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FL H9091

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/10/2014

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Raulerson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 9, 2014, as "Immunization and Bacterial Meningitis Awareness Day" in Florida
  • Recognizes bacterial meningitis as a deadly disease with a 10% mortality rate among those infected and 20% of survivors experiencing long-term complications including loss of limbs, vision, hearing loss, paralysis, and seizures
  • Honors the Florida Department of Health, Meningitis Angels, the Pinellas Immunization Team for Community Health (PITCH), and the film "Invisible Threat" for their efforts in raising public awareness about bacterial meningitis and vaccination importance
  • Encourages all Floridians to educate the public about and work toward eradicating bacterial meningitis and other vaccine-preventable diseases

Legislative Description

Immunization and Bacterial Meningitis Awareness Day

Last Action

Adopted by Publication, companion bill(s) passed, see SR 1720 (Adopted)

4/11/2014

Full Bill Text

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