Ohio Sickle Cell & Health Association

Incorporated in 1979, the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association was established from the need to provide a payment mechanism for adults with Sickle Cell Disease who were medically indigent; with the focus, and intent to solve Sickle Cell Disease, in the context of broader, societal issues, facing Ohio’s children, minorities and poor. Our services include: -Education -Testing -Counseling -Support -Referral -Advocacy Mission: To provide Education, Advocacy and Support to persons and families affected and at-risk for Sickle Cell Disease through effective approaches to Sickle Cell Services. Purpose and Objectives: -To have a stake in and be concerned about health problems as they relate to underserved population in Ohio -To serve as coordinating body for Sickle Cell Trait, Sickle Cell Disease and other health activities across the state of Ohio -To serve as a resource base for Sickle Cell Programs and health Organizations -To develop support for affected individuals and families -To educate and inform the professional and lay communities about the Sickle Cell Phenomena and other health issues Official website