Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA)’s 6th Annual 1K, 2K and 5K Walk/Run With the Stars June 22, 2019 Canton Waterfront in Baltimore, MD Walk with the Stars is one of SCDAA’s largest events dedicated to finding better treatments and a cure for sickle cell disease (SCD). Every dollar raised goes towards preventing the […]
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The next annual FSCDR symposium will take place June 7-9, 2019, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) is committed to supporting innovative research in sickle cell disease (SCD) to help maximize quality of life and improve survival for the generations of people affected by SCD. Learn more and register today. Reposted from
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The Teen Girls Organization (T Go) is a student led organization in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania that works with girls in the local community to educate them in areas not taught in their school system. The project organizes an annual career event with the intent of inspiring teen Tanzanian girls to pursue non-traditional career paths.
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The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA)’s 47th Annual National Convention October 9-12, 2019 Baltimore, MD This year’s theme is: Sickle Cell Community Embracing Change Together. Last year, the convention was attended by over 600 researchers, physicians, nurses, social workers, and individuals living with sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait. If you are
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is developing a strategic plan and blueprint for addressing sickle cell disease in the United States. The committee will provide guidance on priorities for programs, policies, and research. On Tuesday, April 16, 2019, the Committee on Addressing Sickle Cell Disease: A Strategic Blueprint and Plan for Action convened
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How do we provide better access to treatment for SC Warriors in our own communities? @NICHQ
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On April 8-9, 2019 the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA) hosted its annual Advocacy Day Event in Washington, DC. This year’s Advocacy Day was an opportunity for patients and caregivers affected by sickle cell disease (SCD) to advocate for stable funding for research, better healthcare access, expanded programs, and increased education and awareness
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