A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2025 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.

Key Points

• The Senate officially named September 2025 as a month to focus on sickle cell disease. This is a blood disorder that people are born with. It affects about 100,000 Americans and can cause severe pain, strokes, and damage to organs like the liver and kidneys.
• This disease is more common in certain communities. About 1 in 365 Black babies and 1 in 16,300 Hispanic babies are born with it. More than 2 million people in the U.S. carry the trait for the disease, which means they could pass it on to their children.
• The resolution highlights that while there are new cures like gene therapy, many people still struggle to get the care they need. For example, fewer than half of the children who should be screened for strokes actually get the test.
• By marking this month, the Senate wants to encourage more research and better health programs. They are asking people across the country to hold events that teach others about the disease and how to support those living with it.

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