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FL S0678
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- Recognizes September 2016 as "Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month" in Florida
- Approximately 276,000 individuals in the United States are living with a spinal cord injury, with an estimated 12,500 new cases annually
- The average age for spinal cord injury is 42 years, with 82 percent of injuries occurring in men
- Leading causes of spinal cord injury include auto accidents, falls, acts of violence, and sports-related activities
- First-year care costs range from $350,000 to $1.06 million, with lifetime costs between $1.1 million and $4.7 million depending on severity and patient age
Legislative Description
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted
2/10/2016
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