The University of Michigan Pediatric Comprehensive Sickle Cell Program will host its fourth annual sickle cell picnic on Saturday, August 5, from 1 - 4 p.m. in Ann Arbor's Southeast Area Park.
Children living with sickle cell disease and their families are invited to spend a fun-filled afternoon with friends, U of M staff, and a whole lot of hot dogs and cake. The day's events include a clown, talent show, a moonwalk, an obstacle course, and arts and crafts.
The U-M staff organizes the picnic every year to give back to the families and recognize the care families provide their children. The picnic also brings families together to learn from each other about coping with sickle cell disease.
The Comprehensive Sickle Cell Program aims to provide the necessary health care and resources to children and families affected by the disease in a five-county region of southeastern Michigan. Sickle cell is a chronic, life-long inherited blood disorder that causes red blood cells to become abnormally shaped. These cells can block blood flow to parts of the body and cause organ damage and severe pain.
For more information about the event, contact Dianne Hatfield or Lorri Hanton at 734-936-9814.
Written by: Rosie Iordanova