Designates June 19 as Sickle Cell Awareness Day
Official: A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.
This resolution expresses support for recognizing June 19, 2026, as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day to promote awareness and research about sickle cell disease.
1. This resolution encourages the observance of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day on June 19, 2026. 2. It aims to raise awareness about sickle cell disease among the public and healthcare providers. 3. The resolution supports the need for better research and treatments for sickle cell disease. 4. It calls for early detection screenings and preventative care programs for those affected.
This resolution affects individuals living with sickle cell disease and their families, as well as healthcare professionals.