Today, June 19th, marks World Sickle Cell Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a rare blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Fondazione Gianni Benzi, committed to research and improving the lives of patients, reaffirms its dedication to the fight against this disease.
Sickle cell anemia is an inherited condition that alters the shape of red blood cells, making them rigid and sickle-shaped. This deformation impedes blood flow, causing pain, anemia, and an increased risk of infections and complications.Fondazione Gianni Benzi is actively involved in international research projects, such as Arise and Helios, aimed at developing new therapies and improving the quality of life for patients with sickle cell anemia. These projects represent a tangible hope for a future where this disease can be managed more effectively.
World Sickle Cell Day is an important time to raise public awareness about this condition and to support scientific research.

To learn more about these projects visit their website: www.ariseinitiative.org and www.heliosaction.eu.