, /PRNewswire/ — Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, partnered with the American Red Cross and Coppin State University in Baltimore on October 30th to host a blood donation event focused on raising awareness of sickle cell disease, and the urgent need for donations. This collaboration brings local communities together to support those impacted by the disease and increase vital blood donations for those in need.
Sickle cell disease disproportionately affects individuals in black and brown communities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in 365 African American births in the United Statesare diagnosed with sickle cell disease, making awareness and community support essential in combating its effects and managing the condition. Patients with …