Recognizes June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in Florida.
The resolution recognizes June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" in Florida. Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 Americans, with more than 8,000 Floridians affected. The disease causes red blood cells to become misshapen, leading to anemia, pain, and organ damage. The resolution highlights ongoing research into potential cures and the barriers to care faced by those with sickle cell disease.
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