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SCDAA Statement: CMS Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model

  • December 5, 2024
  • Emma Day

Nearly one year ago, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved two new gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell... Continue Reading

Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2024

  • August 21, 2024
  • Emma Day

All across the country, our member organizations are hosting exciting events for Sickle Cell Awareness Month this September. Check out the... Continue Reading

CHW P.O.W.E.R Award

  • August 19, 2024
  • Emma Day

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND MAKE A NOMINATION Do you know a community health worker who exemplifies excellence and commitment... Continue Reading

WHO Publishes New Guidelines for SCD Management in Africa

  • July 17, 2024
  • Emma Day

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a comprehensive package of interventions for sickle cell disease management in Africa. The package... Continue Reading

SCDAA Statement: Know Your Rights in the ER

  • June 20, 2024
  • Emma Day

Know Your Rights in the Emergency Department – Biden Administration Releases New Guidance The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)... Continue Reading

Statement on the Inclusion of DEI in Medical School Curriculum

  • May 14, 2024
  • Emma Day

SCDAA joins the National Medical Association, the American Medical Association, the American Association of Medical Colleges, and other groups, in advocating... Continue Reading

In Memory of Monica Rockwell

  • April 24, 2024
  • Emma Day

It is with great sadness that SCDAA shares the news of the passing of Monica Rockwell, executive director of SWGA Sickle... Continue Reading

SCDAA promotes Kevin Amado Jr.

  • March 26, 2024
  • Emma Day

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc., a national nonprofit membership organization that advocates for people affected by sickle cell... Continue Reading

The Nod to “Naz” Exhibit

  • March 7, 2024
  • Emma Day

During our 50th Annual National Convention in 2023, SCDAA was proud to exhibit the artwork of Hertz Nazaire at a pop-up... Continue Reading

CMO Speaks: Cyberattacks on Health Care Companies

  • March 5, 2024
  • Emma Day

Welcome to CMO Speaks, a blog featuring the voices of SCDAA’s clinical leadership team. This article was written by Dr. Lewis... Continue Reading