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FL S2196
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/25/2011
Primary Sponsor
Ellyn Bogdanoff
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AI Summary
- Recognizes May 2011 as "Lupus Awareness Month" in Florida
- Identifies lupus as an acute, chronic, and lifelong autoimmune disease that can affect virtually every organ system including the skin, lungs, heart, kidneys, and brain
- Notes that approximately 1.5 million Americans live with lupus, including an estimated 100,000 Floridians, with African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Asians, and Native Americans two to three times more likely to develop the disease
- Highlights that lupus is difficult to diagnose, with more than half of patients waiting 4 or more years and visiting three or more doctors before correct diagnosis
- Emphasizes that early diagnosis, proper treatment, public awareness, education, and increased research are critical to improving outcomes for those living with lupus
Legislative Description
Lupus Awareness Month
Last Action
Introduced -SJ 724
5/3/2011
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