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Infographic: Sickle Cell Disease

June 19 Is World Sickle Cell Day. Learn more about the condition in an infographic from the Sickle Cell Disease Partnership.

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People who live with sickle cell disease cope with a debilitating condition that alters the course of their lives. World Sickle Cell Day, June 19, is a day to raise awareness about the need for patient-focused research and innovation.

Researchers at CSL are investigating a potential new treatment for the condition and imminently will begin enrolling in a Stage 2/3 clinical trial. Earlier this month, the research program had two presentations at the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research’s Annual Symposium.

For several years, CSL has been a member of the Sickle Cell Disease Partnership to champion policy changes that will benefit patients. The partnership created the infographic below:

September is U.S. Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month