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FL H8067

Resolution

Status

Introduced

4/20/2023

Primary Sponsor

Michelle Salzman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 16, 2023, as "Wolf-Hirschhorn/4p- Syndrome Awareness Day" in Florida
  • Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (4p- syndrome) is a chromosomal disorder caused by partial deletion of the short arm of chromosome 4
  • Affects an estimated 1 in 50,000 births, with children typically born with low birth weight and experiencing slow cognitive and physical development
  • Medical professionals are researching the disease, its misdiagnosis, and new therapies and diagnostic tools to help affected individuals and families
  • Florida doctors currently provide services to diagnose, treat, and study Wolf-Hirschhorn/4p- syndrome

Legislative Description

Wolf-Hirschhorn/4p- Syndrome Awareness Day

Last Action

Adopted by Publication

4/25/2023

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