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FL S2116
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/14/2012
Primary Sponsor
Oscar Braynon
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 13-17, 2012, as "Kidney Awareness Week" in Florida
- Notes that 26 million American adults have Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) with higher incidence among African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, and seniors
- Identifies diabetes and high blood pressure as the two main causes of CKD
- Lists kidney functions including regulating water and chemicals in blood, removing toxins, regulating blood pressure, producing red blood cells, and supporting bone density
- Emphasizes that early detection of CKD through blood pressure measurement, urine protein testing, and blood creatinine tests is crucial
Legislative Description
Kidney Awareness Week
Last Action
Adopted, companion bill(s) passed, see HR 9039 (Adopted) -SJ 906
3/7/2012
Full Bill Text
No bill text available