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Read. Follow. Verify.National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, 2024
Record date · August 30, 2024
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What This Bill Does
President Biden has proclaimed September 2024 as National Sickle Cell Awareness Month to highlight the impact of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) on Americans. The proclamation outlines federal efforts to improve treatment access, support clinical research, and address for those living with the condition.
This document outlines the current federal administrative focus and resource allocation regarding the treatment and management of Sickle Cell Disease.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Individuals with Sickle Cell Disease
The administration is implementing changes to Medicare and Medicaid access for gene therapy treatments and expanding community-based care resources.
Healthcare providers
Providers are subject to new data collection and coordination efforts managed by federal agencies to improve integrated care.
Key Facts
- Approximately 100,000 Americans live with Sickle Cell Disease.
- The FDA approved the first gene therapies for SCD last year.
- SCD disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic Americans.
- Federal agencies are working to increase access to gene therapy treatments via Medicare and Medicaid.
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