Sickle Cell Disease Diversity Alliance

SICKLE CELL DISEASE DIVERSITY ALLIANCE SICKLE CELL DISEASE DIVERSITY ALLIANCE

It is estimated that sickle cell disease (SCD) affects over 100,000 people in the It is estimated that sickle cell disease (SCD) affects over 100,000 people in the United States. Symptoms and complications of SCD are different for each person United States. Symptoms and complications of SCD are different for each person and can range from mild to severe. Therefore, patients face unique challenges in and can range from mild to severe. Therefore, patients face unique challenges in receiving quality care, especially in the area of pain management. BWHI launched receiving quality care, especially in the area of pain management. BWHI launched the Sickle Cell Disease Diversity Alliance to improve access to care and quality of the Sickle Cell Disease Diversity Alliance to improve access to care and quality of life for Americans suffering with SCD. life for Americans suffering with SCD.