S.Res. 861 · 118th Congress
A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2024 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.
- Stage
- Passed chamber resolution
- Sponsor
- Tim Scott
- Introduced
- 2024-09-25
- Latest action
- 2024-11-19 · Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Summary
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.