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AK SCR23
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Designates June 2012 as Congenital Cytomegalovirus Awareness Month in Alaska
- Identifies congenital cytomegalovirus as the most common congenital infection in the United States, affecting approximately one in 150 children born
- Lists potential serious health consequences of infection including hearing and vision loss, mental disability, seizures, and in rare cases death
- Recommends behavioral prevention measures including frequent hand washing with soap and water, avoiding kissing young children on the mouth, and not sharing food, towels, or utensils with young children
- Notes the disease is transmitted through bodily fluids including urine, saliva, blood, mucus, and tears, and that public education can reduce incidence
Legislative Description
Congenital Cytomegalovirus Month
Education
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
4/9/2012
Committee Referrals
Health & Social Services2/21/2012
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