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DE HR21

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

6/29/2023

Primary Sponsor

Valerie Longhurst

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Origin

House of Representatives

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates September 2023 as Alopecia Awareness Month in Delaware
  • Recognizes alopecia as a condition affecting all genders and ages, with Alopecia Areata affecting approximately 6.8 million Americans
  • Calls upon citizens, government agencies, and others to end the stigma surrounding alopecia and support those affected by the condition
  • Acknowledges that while no cure exists, hair regrowth is generally possible for Alopecia Areata patients since hair follicles are not permanently destroyed
  • Notes that ongoing research by the National Institutes of Health and other organizations continues to study hair follicle development and genetic factors to develop treatments

Legislative Description

Designating September 2023 As Alopecia Awareness Month In The State Of Delaware.

Last Action

Passed In House by Voice Vote

6/29/2023

Full Bill Text

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