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July 9, 2019 News by Mary Chapman

45th Annual SCDAI 8K Walk, Jog, or Bike-a-Thon Set for July 20 in Chicago

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois (SCDAI) announced plans to hold its 45th Annual 8K Walk/Jog/Bike-A-Thon on July 20, continuing the group’s longstanding efforts to raise funds and disease awareness. Rain or shine, the event will take place starting at 8 a.m. along the shores of Lake…

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