The purpose of this project was to develop and propose new ways to use technology and data to better understand the trends and needs of the SCD population, to address the long-standing challenges and how to improve their health outcomes. To kick off this three-year partnership, Howard University and HHS held an SCD innovation contest, called the Health+ Sickle Cell Disease Healthathon. The virtual event took place Sep. 7-25. Patients, advocates, clinicians, researchers, designers, technologists, government employees, payers, policymakers and members of the public participated in the event. For more information on the event and the winning proposals, visit: https://data4scd. crowdicity.com/
In line with Dr. Scott’s vision of almost 50 years ago, the Howard University Center for Sickle Cell Disease continues to lead the way in providing optimal care for people with sickle cell disease, engaging in innovative, translational research to improve the lives of those with the condition and increase awareness of sickle cell disease and the sickle cell trait on a local and national level.
Craig Newmark Philanthropies Donates $2.5 Million Gift in Support of Journalism Students Howard University and Craig Newmark announced that Craig Newmark Philanthropies is making a $2.5 million gift to support aspiring journalism students. “We are deeply appreciative of this generous gift from Mr. Craig Newmark and Craig Newmark Philanthropies,” said President Wayne A. I. Frederick. “The nation is in desperate need for media professionals who are trained to seek out truth with integrity now more than ever before. This gift will have a profound impact on our students, allowing them to focus on their studies and prepare for the workplace.” Trustworthy journalism and the information ecosystem are among the pillars of Mr. Newmark’s philanthropy to serve the public interest. He selected the Howard University Cathy Hughes School of Communications (CHSOC) for its history of exceptional work instilling values into the next generation of diverse journalists.
“All Americans deserve fair treatment, and to that end we need journalism that tells the truth, the diverse truth, in a way that benefits everyone. The Howard University journalism program will play a large role in telling that truth,” said Newmark.
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