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FL S1848
Resolution
AI Summary
- Recognizes September 2019 as "Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month" in Florida
- Approximately 291,000 individuals in the United States were living with spinal cord injuries as of 2018, with an estimated 17,730 new cases occurring annually
- Average age at injury is 43 years, with men accounting for 78 percent of new spinal cord injury cases; leading causes include auto accidents, falls, acts of violence, and sports- or recreation-related activities
- First-year care costs range from $369,000 to $1.13 million, with lifetime costs estimated between $1.67 million and $5 million depending on injury severity and age
- Recent scientific breakthroughs have improved understanding of neuron regeneration and restoration of function in areas including infertility treatment and pain management
Legislative Description
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted
4/24/2019
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