Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes.

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Bill Number

HRES 495

Introduced

Jun 23, 2021

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Topics

Blood and blood diseases Health Health care coverage and access Health promotion and preventive care Hereditary and development disorders Medical research Medical tests and diagnostic methods Minority health

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Summary

This resolution recognizes the challenges posed by sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease and encourages relevant screening, research, and surveillance. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormally shaped red blood cells.

Actions

Jun 24, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jun 23, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 23, 2021

Introduced in House

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