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MARAC Statements

In 2020, SCDAA’s Medical and Research Advisory Committee (MARAC) was formed to address community concerns about COVID-19. Since then, MARAC’s team of acclaimed sickle cell experts have provided important guidance on topics like gene therapy, vaccinations, infectious diseases and more. MARAC’s global reach helps inform sickle cell warriors, caregivers and providers across the world.

MARAC Leadership

  • Dr. Edward Donnell Ivy
    Chief Medical Officer

  • Dr. Crawford Strunk
    Vice Chief Medical Officer

Statement from SCDAA MARAC

  • February 17, 2021
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February 16, 2021 – We are aware of the announcement today from bluebird bio regarding the temporary suspension of the clinical... Continue Reading

MARAC Advisory Statement: COVID-19 Vaccines

  • December 15, 2020
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Download the MARAC Alert | Download Spanish Translation | Download French Translation December 14, 2020 – News is evolving rapidly about... Continue Reading