Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association launches new website

July 30, 2008

Media contact: Wendy West, Executive Director

Phone: (614) 228-0157

Email: wwest@ohiosicklecell.org

 

Columbus, OH - Wendy West, Executive Director of the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association announced the launch of the organization's newest tool in the fight against sickle cell disease: their website www.ohiosicklecell.org.

 

"We're excited about the opportunities this new site gives us.  We're able to effectively communicate with people affected by sickle cell disease and their families.  Beyond that, this will be a tool we can use to reach out to medical professionals fighting the disease, connect with legislators and help spread awareness in the public," West said.

 

According to West, the new site will feature a kids' zone page tailored for children with the disease, a page where online donations will be accepted and numerous links to resources on sickle cell disease.

 

The site was built with the help of volunteer work from the local chapter of the American Marketing Association and web designers and programmers, all providing their services pro bono.

"The association was thrilled to access these resources.  Nonprofits are often so strapped - we're grateful to tap into the talent here in Columbus," West said.

 

Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association was founded in 1979 and provides education, advocacy and support to persons and families affected and at-risk for Sickle Cell Disease, through effective approaches to Sickle Cell Services. For more information about OSCHA or sickle cell disease call 614.228.0157 or visit us online at www.ohiosicklecell.org.

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