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FL H9113

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/16/2015

Primary Sponsor

Ritch Workman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 2015 as "Preeclampsia Awareness Month" in the State of Florida
  • Identifies preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome, and eclampsia as dangerous pregnancy conditions that can cause maternal and infant mortality or premature birth
  • Notes preeclampsia occurs in 5-8 percent of all pregnancies, with approximately 25 percent of cases resulting in severe, life-threatening consequences
  • Urges public and prenatal education to help women recognize symptoms including blood pressure spikes, facial and hand swelling, upper abdominal pain, blurred vision, persistent headaches, and breathlessness
  • Calls on citizens to support the Preeclampsia Foundation's efforts to reduce maternal and infant illness and mortality from preeclampsia and related hypertensive disorders

Legislative Description

Preeclampsia Awareness Month

Last Action

Adopted by Publication

4/22/2015

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