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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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  • Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2024
    by Emma Day on August 21, 2024 at 6:10 pm

    All across the country, our member organizations are hosting exciting events for Sickle Cell Awareness Month this September. Check out the list below to find an event near you. Alabama Sept. 22: Annual Sickle Cell Walk-A-Thon | Dothan, AL Hosted by the Southeast Alabama Sickle Cell Association, Inc. California Sept. 18-21: 16th Annual SCD Educational Summit | The post Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2024 appeared first on Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc..

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