Illinois Statutes Chapter 410. Public Health § 460/131-25. Study

(1) the Center for Minority Health Services;

(2) health care providers that treat individuals with sickle cell disease;

(3) individuals diagnosed with sickle cell disease;

(4) representatives of community-based organizations that serve individuals with sickle cell disease; and

(5) data collected via newborn screening for sickle cell disease;

(1) The prevalence, by geographic location, of individuals diagnosed with sickle cell disease in Illinois.

(2) The prevalence, by geographic location, of individuals diagnosed as sickle cell trait carriers in Illinois.

(3) The availability and affordability of screening services in Illinois for the sickle cell trait.

(4) The location and capacity of the following for the treatment of sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait carriers:

(5) The unmet medical, psychological, and social needs encountered by individuals in Illinois with sickle cell disease.

(6) The underserved areas of Illinois for the treatment of sickle cell disease.

(7) Recommendations for actions to address any shortcomings in the State identified under this Section.