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DE SCR24
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
5/7/2019
Primary Sponsor
Ernesto Lopez
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AI Summary
- Proclaims May 2019 as "Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month" in Delaware
- Recognizes that cystic fibrosis affects approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States and over 70,000 worldwide
- Notes that median survival age for cystic fibrosis patients has increased to 47 years due to advancements in research and medical treatments
- Acknowledges FDA approval of lumacaftor/ivacaftor in 2016, a treatment targeting faulty CFTR proteins for 2,400 additional children
- Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Legislative Description
Proclaiming May 2019 "cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month" In Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
5/8/2019
Full Bill Text
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