World Sickle Cell Day

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Every June 19, World Sickle Cell Day raises awareness. In 2024, the theme is "Hope Through Progress: Advancing Sickle Cell Care Globally.

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World Sickle Cell Day, recognized by the UN, raises global awareness. A 2008 UN resolution declared it a major genetic disease, urging awareness every June 19.

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World Sickle Cell Day educates on sickle cell disease, boosts advocacy for research and healthcare, and unites patients, families, and professionals.

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Genetic blood disorder causing abnormal hemoglobin S, leading to pain crises, anemia, and treatment challenges.

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World Sickle Cell Day

Every June 19, World Sickle Cell Day raises awareness. In 2024, the theme is "Hope Through Progress: Advancing Sickle Cell Care Globally.

DATE

World Sickle Cell Day, recognized by the UN, raises global awareness. A 2008 UN resolution declared it a major genetic disease, urging awareness every June 19.

HISTORY

World Sickle Cell Day educates on sickle cell disease, boosts advocacy for research and healthcare, and unites patients, families, and professionals.

SIGNIFICANCE

Genetic blood disorder causing abnormal hemoglobin S, leading to pain crises, anemia, and treatment challenges.

DEFINATION