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About the Blood Diseases & Disorders Education Program

A national health education program that brings greater visibility to blood diseases, disorders, donation, and safety.
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SCD: Milestones in Research and Clinical Progress Booklet

Learn about the history of SCD, from its discovery in 1910 to the NHLBI legacy of research that has advanced the understanding of SCD.
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What are Bleeding Disorders?

Bleeding disorders make it difficult for your body to stop blood loss due to an injury or illness. Learn more.

Blood Disease & Disorders Resources

The Blood Diseases & Disorders Education Program offers resources for health and community professionals to educate patients, their caregivers, and the public about blood diseases, blood disorders, blood donation and safety.
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Join the Blood Health Network

The Blood Health Network is a partnership of organizations around the country working to raise awareness about blood diseases and disorders affecting Americans.
Learn more about the Blood Health Network
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Community Subcontract Program

The Blood Diseases & Disorders Education Program supports community organizations in promoting blood donation across the United States.
Community Subcontract Program
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Cure Sickle Cell initiative (CureSCi)

See how NHLBI-led research is paving the way to a cure for sickle cell disease.
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Blood Disorders and Blood Safety

The NHLBI is a global leader in blood-related research. Learn about NHLBI-supported research on blood disorders, including sickle cell disease, blood safety, transfusion medicine, and more.
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Sickle Cell and other clinical trials

Find out if you or someone you love is eligible to participate in an NHLBI clinical trial for sickle cell disease.
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COVID-19 and the Blood

Learn how COVID-19 affect the blood.