World Sickle Cell Day 2024 is on June 19. This annual commemoration is focused on raising awareness on sickle cell anemia, how it can impact people’s lives and what people need to do to live a healthy and fulfilling life, even with this ailment. Every year, the commemoration of World Sickle Cell Day helps people raise more awareness about this grave issue that impacts more than thousands of people who may live with this disorder. As we celebrate World Sickle Cell Day 2024, we bring you this year's theme, significance, and everything you need to know about this day observed to raise awareness on sickle cell anaemia.

World Sickle Cell Day 2024 Date

World Sickle Cell Day is celebrated on June 19. The United Nations initiated this annual commemoration to raise awareness about sickle cell anaemia and recognise it as a global health issue.

World Sickle Cell Day 2024 Theme

Each year, the day is designated with a unique theme. World Sickle Cell Day 2024 theme is "Hope Through Progress: Advancing Care Globally."

World Sickle Cell Day Significance

Sickle Cell Anemia impacts over 20 million people worldwide and is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. World Sickle Cell Day helps us raise awareness about this issue and how people with sickle cell anaemia can overcome the disorder and find the proper treatment. Every year, the celebration of World Sickle Cell Day is focused on a dedicated theme that helps us celebrate the observance by curating focused discussions.

Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder in which red blood cells contort into a sickle shape. The disorder requires timely attention to help people with sickle cell anemia live healthy and happy lives. We hope that the commemoration of World Sickle Cell Day helps you understand more about this disorder, what life with sickle cell anemia may be like, and its treatment options.

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