A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in order to increase public awareness across the United States and global community about sickle cell disease and the continued need for empirical research, early detection screenings, novel effective treatments leading to a cure, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell anemia and conditions relating to sickle cell disease.
Designate June 19, 2026 as World Sickle Cell Awareness Day and urge ongoing research, early screening, new treatments, cures, and preventive care to improve SCD outcomes.