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FL H8051
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/16/2018
Primary Sponsor
MaryLynn Magar
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AI Summary
- Recognizes May 2018 as "American Stroke Month" in Florida
- Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, killing approximately 140,000 people annually and affecting more than 795,000 people each year
- Stroke-related health care services, treatments, and lost work days cost the United States an estimated $34 billion annually
- Promotes awareness of stroke risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity, diabetes) and warning signs using the "FAST" acronym (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911)
- Urges Florida residents to familiarize themselves with stroke risk factors and warning signs, and to call 911 at the first sign of a stroke
Legislative Description
American Stroke Month
Last Action
Adopted by Publication
2/28/2018
Full Bill Text
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