Sickle cell disease continues to plague the black community and the life expectancy for sickle cell patients still remains low. In an effort to bring awareness to the cause, Big Tigger (radio personality and former host of BET’s Rap City and 106 & Park) joins Generation S to bring Atlanta a FREE Rock the Block experience.
Hosted by BlackDoctor.org and Novartis, we invite you to come celebrate and empower the local sickle cell community, Friday, September 13th, 2019 at 6:00 pm in Atlanta, GA at The Georgia Freight Depot.
What Is Generation S?
Rock the Block’s live event was created by the initiative, Generation S. The event was created in an effort to bring engagement within the community and to continue to grow awareness for sickle cell disease. Generation S also provides an opportunity for individuals to share their own personal stories through a national storytelling project, which is helping to rewrite the sickle cell disease narrative for generations to come.
Generation S encourages anyone touched by sickle cell disease to help inspire the sickle cell community and educate the nation by sharing their stories.
How Can I Get Involved?
Learning about sickle cell disease can help you have
informed and productive conversations with your doctor. Rock the Block is not only a good time, but it’s also educational. Attendees will receive valuable information so they are equipped to be their own best advocates.
If you or someone you know is affected by sickle cell disease, know that you’re not alone. In fact, sickle cell disease is the most common genetic blood disorder in the United States and blacks make up 90%. Come and enjoy an evening of music, education, and empowerment at Rock the Block. You won’t want to miss this!
Cost:
FREE – Register here!
When:
Friday, September 13, 2019
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Where:
The Georgia Freight Depot (Floyd Room)
65 MLK, Jr Dr. SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Who:
BlackDoctor.org
Generation S
Novartis
Tia Muhammad, BS, is an award-winning freelance content & media creative, copywriter, blogger, digital designer, and marketing consultant. She owns the boutique content and digital media company, jackieGLDN|studio.
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