Join Us for National Sickle Cell Month: A Month of Awareness, Education, and Community

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Sept. 8, 2023 - PRLog -- Join Us for National Sickle Cell Month: A Month of Awareness, Education, and Community

Contact Details:

📞 Phone: (717) 234-3358

📧 Email: info@scpascc.org

📍 Address: 2000 Linglestown Road, Suite 103, Harrisburg, PA 17110

September is National Sickle Cell Month, an essential period for elevating awareness and understanding of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). It's also a time to celebrate the courage and community of those affected by this lifelong condition. The South Central Pennsylvania Sickle Cell Council has curated a variety of family-friendly events for the entire month of September. We warmly welcome you to attend, volunteer, or even sponsor these enriching activities.

Upcoming Events

September 9th, 10:00 AM - Sickle Cell Disease Walk, Run & Ride

📍 Start: Commonwealth Avenue

🏁 End: City Island

- 10:00 AM: Registration & Check-in

- 10:45 AM: 1-Mile Walk Commences

September 15th-17th - Red Illumination of the PA State Capitol

📍 Location: PA State Capitol, Harrisburg

- The Capitol Building will glow in red as a beacon of support and awareness for SCD.

September 17th-22nd - Lighting Up Walnut Street Bridge

📍 Location: Walnut Street Bridge

- The bridge will be bathed in red light to stimulate dialogue about SCD and show our solidarity with those living with the disease.

September 19th, 10:00 AM - Annual Media Briefing

📍 Location: Harrisburg Capitol Building Steps

- Engage with community members affected by SCD and discover our groundbreaking initiatives for the upcoming year.

September 29th, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Blood Drive & SCD Information Session

📍 Location: St. Paul's Baptist Church, Multipurpose Room

- Contribute by donating blood and gain valuable insights into SCD.

How to Get Involved

If you're unable to attend but would like to support our cause, you can sponsor an event, make a financial contribution, or offer your time as a volunteer. For more information, please visit our website at [South Central Pennsylvania Sickle Cell Council](https://www.scpascc.org) or contact us at 717-234-3358. We're excited to see you in Harrisburg!

Join hands with us this September to broaden your knowledge of Sickle Cell Disease and its profound impact on our community. Together, we can create meaningful change.