S.R. No. 234 Summary

• Recognizes June 19, 2019, as World Sickle Cell Day in Ohio

• Acknowledges sickle cell disease affects more than 100,000 Americans as a life-altering condition causing anemia and severe health problems with no known cure

• Honors medical professionals, caregivers, and organizations working to promote awareness, increase access to proper care, and eliminate stigma surrounding the disease

• Notes World Sickle Cell Day was established by the United Nations in 2008 and first observed in 2009

• Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association and Ohio news media