Loading chat...
FL S1738
Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes November 10-16, 2014, as "Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week" in Florida
- Approximately 270,000 individuals in the United States have sustained a spinal cord injury, with an estimated 12,000 new cases annually
- The most common age for spinal cord injuries is 19 years old, with 51 percent of injuries occurring between ages 16 and 30; over 80 percent of injuries occur in men
- The four leading causes of spinal cord injury are auto accidents, falls, acts of violence, and recreational sporting activities
- The average annual cost of care ranges from $334,170 to over $1 million in the first year after injury, with lifetime costs estimated between $1.5 million and $4.5 million depending on severity
Legislative Description
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week
Last Action
Adopted
4/23/2014
Full Bill Text
No bill text available