Since the 1960s, we have worked to equip our health care systems so that they find and treat people living with sickle cell disease (SCD) as soon as possible. We support clinics and community organizations that help with testing, counseling, treatment, and education. Access the Sickle Cell Disease flyer (PDF - 173 KB) to learn more about SCD and MCHB investments.
Latest funding news
We awarded over $12 million in funding in June 2023 to support services for children and youth with special health needs (CYSHCN). Access the awards charts to find the organizations and amounts HRSA invested.
Our Blueprint for Change
We are working to transform the public health system for CYSHCN and our Blueprint for Change provides the framework for doing that. Learn more about the Blueprint for Change and how you can take action.