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Sickle Cell Care Expansion: Scholarships, Research, and Patient Transition Support.

This Act aims to significantly improve treatment and research for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) by funding scholarships and loan repayments for physicians specializing in this field. It also establishes grants for community organizations to enhance patient education and advocacy, and supports young adults transitioning from pediatric to adult care. Citizens affected by SCD will benefit from increased access to specialized doctors and comprehensive support services, including mental health care.
Key points
Funding scholarships and loan repayments for doctors who commit to working in SCD research or treatment, increasing the supply of specialists.
Grants for community groups to run education and advocacy programs, improving health literacy and access to services for SCD patients.
Dedicated support for patients aged 18-29 to smoothly transition from pediatric to adult care, including mental health services and help finding adult specialists.
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Additional Information
Sickle Cell Care Expansion Act of 2023
Print number: S 1423
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-05-03