September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, designated by Congress to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease.
We encourage everyone to participate in this annual effort to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait during September. Individuals and organizations can join our efforts to raise awareness of sickle cell disease by engaging elected officials to secure proclamations, hosting awareness events, distributing educational materials to dispel myths about sickle cell disease, and lighting public spaces, buildings, and landmarks red.
