2026 Maryland Sickle Cell Annapolis Awareness Day

2026 Sickle Cell Annapolis Day: Advocacy & Policy Collaboration

Join the Maryland Alliance for Advocacy for Sickle Cell (MAASC) for an impactful day of advocacy, policy discussion, and community empowerment. This event unites advocates, patients, and policymakers dedicated to addressing urgent health disparities affecting over 5,000 Marylanders living with sickle cell disease.

EVENT HIGHTLIGHTS:

Empowering Legislative Action:
Engage in dialogue on two groundbreaking bills:

House Bill 178 – Public Health: Sickle Cell Disease – Specialized Clinics and Scholarship Program for Medical Residents:
This bill aims to establish specialized clinics for improved access to comprehensive care and funds scholarships to train medical professionals in advanced sickle cell treatment.

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0178F.pdf

SB0421 – Sickle Cell Disease in Institutions of Higher Education: Policies, Procedures, and Educational Campaigns:
This legislation mandates that colleges and universities adopt supportive policies and launch awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and better accommodate those affected by sickle cell disease.

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/fnotes/bil_0001/sb0421.pdf

YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Sharing Your Story:
We invite you to share your personal experiences—whether it's what it's like to live with SCD, the challenges and struggles of caregiving, or the hope that sustains you. Your story is powerful and underscores why these bills are crucial for the Maryland community.

Collaborative Conversations:
Meet with advocates, constituents, and key decision-makers to discuss these vital initiatives and explore collaborative solutions for improving care and support.

Your leadership and personal experiences are essential in driving transformative change and ensuring equitable care for Maryland’s sickle cell warriors. We look forward to your participation and to advancing health equity together.

We understand that you are busy and want to give you the flexibility to choose the format that works best for you—virtual, in-person, or both.

Virtual Session (via Zoom):
Date: March 3, 2026; Times: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

In - Person Session in Annapolis: Date: March 10, 2026; Times: 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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