World Sickle Cell Day
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June 19 was chosen to recognize World Sickle Cell Day to acknowledge the anniversary of the General Assembly of the United Nations declaring sickle cell disease a public health concern.
Affecting children and adults around the world sickle cell disease is one of the leading causes of child death in Africa. On World Sickle Cell Day health groups hold educational events worldwide to increase understanding. One of the best ways to support the cause is to donate money for research and treatment development. Any little things help give hope those living with sickle cell disease.
