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Senate Resolution Supporting Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

Original title: SRES 861: Resolution Supporting Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month

Record date · November 19, 2024

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What This Bill Would Do

This resolution formally supports designating September 2024 as 'Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month' to promote education, research, and improved access to care for those affected by the condition. It encourages communities across the United States to host events and activities to raise awareness about the disease and available patient services.

Why it matters

The resolution highlights the health needs of approximately 100,000 Americans living with sickle cell disease, aiming to increase public focus on the necessity for new therapies, early detection, and preventative care.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Individuals with sickle cell disease

The resolution focuses on raising awareness for their medical needs, including access to treatments and preventative care.

Directly affected

Healthcare providers

The resolution encourages the promotion of early detection methods and preventative care programs for patients.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this resolution?
The resolution aims to raise public awareness about sickle cell disease, the need for research, early detection, and effective treatment programs.
Does this resolution provide funding for medical research?
No, this is a non-binding resolution expressing support for awareness efforts and does not appropriate funds.

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Where This Stands

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Focus on preventative care gaps

The resolution explicitly cites 2019 data showing low compliance with recommended stroke screenings and preventative medications for children, highlighting a specific area for public health improvement.

Connected Entities

September 2024, United States, Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
dateSeptember 2024“Designation date”Map →
locationUnited States“Communities across the United States”Map →
otherSickle Cell Disease Awareness Month“Designated month for awareness”Map →

Sources

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www.congress.gov

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