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What is Sickle Cell Disease?

Sickle Cell Disease is an inherited red blood cell disorder that causes healthy, round red blood cells to become hard, sticky, and c-shaped—just like the farm tool called a “sickle”.

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  • SCDAA Statement: CMS Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model
    by Emma Day on December 5, 2024 at 9:09 pm

    Nearly one year ago, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved two new gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease.  The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc. (SCDAA) is pleased that the manufacturers of these two FDA-approved gene therapy treatments have entered into agreements with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services The post SCDAA Statement: CMS Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model appeared first on Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc..

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