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5th Annual World Sickle Cell Day 24-Hour Sickle Cell-a-Thon
Cayenne Wellness Center and Children’s Foundation and the Sickle Cell Community Consortium announce the 5th Annual World Sickle Cell Day 2024 24-Hour Sickle Cell-A-Thon, taking place on June 19, 2024. The event aims to raise awareness for sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
The Sickle Cell-A-Thon is a virtual event that will feature a 24-hour live stream of educational sessions, panel discussions, and entertainment. The event will be hosted by sickle cell advocates, healthcare professionals, and celebrities who will share their experiences and knowledge about sickle cell disease. The event will also feature sickle cell organizations worldwide.
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