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DE HCR44
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
Donald Blakey
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AI Summary
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Recognizes April 19th as a Day of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Awareness in Delaware
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Establishes that 1 in every 2,500 pregnancies is diagnosed with CDH, with approximately 1,600 babies born with the condition annually in the United States
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Notes that since 2000, over 500,000 babies have been born with CDH but only 50% survived
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Highlights that CDH is as common as spina bifida and cystic fibrosis but receives minimal public awareness
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Acknowledges that CDH survivors often endure multiple surgeries and complications including heart defects, pulmonary issues, and developmental delays
Legislative Description
Recognizing April 19th As A Day Of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness.
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT
4/10/2014