Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
Official: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
This resolution supports designating September 2025 as 'Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month' to educate communities about sickle cell disease and the importance of research, early detection, and effective treatments. It encourages events and activities to raise awareness about the disease and related conditions.
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.
1. Sickle cell disease affects an estimated 100,000 individuals in the United States, with about 2,000 babies born with the disease each year. 2. The life expectancy of someone with sickle cell disease can be shortened by up to 20 years. 3. In 2019, fewer than half of children with sickle cell anemia received the recommended stroke screening. 4. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has introduced a model to help states provide access to innovative cell and gene therapies for Medicaid beneficiaries. 5. The resolution encourages public events to promote awareness of sickle cell disease and its complications.
Individuals with sickle cell disease and their families, as well as healthcare providers and community organizations focused on health education.