Calling for sickle-cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Sep 26, 2017)
Recognizes the challenges in addressing health outcomes among people with sickle-cell trait and sickle-cell disease. (Sickle-cell disease refers to blood disorders resulting from abnormal red blood cells.)
Encourages the medical community to make individuals aware of their sickle-cell trait status.
Urges the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a public awareness campaign regarding the importance of individuals knowing their sickle-cell trait status and to expand access for screening and counseling.
Commits to supporting research on sickle-cell trait and sickle-cell disease.
What just happenedSep 29, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseSep 26, 2017
- Sep 29, 2017Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Sep 26, 2017IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Sep 26, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Sep 26, 2017IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House