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FL S0360
Resolution
AI Summary
- Designates June 2024, and each June thereafter, as "Scoliosis Awareness Month" in Florida via Senate Resolution sponsored by Senator Perry
- Scoliosis affects an estimated 7 million people in the United States and almost 550,000 people in Florida, with most diagnoses occurring between ages 10 and 15
- Left untreated, scoliosis can cause chronic back pain, impact heart and lung function, limit mobility, damage self-esteem, and diminish overall quality of life
- Health care screening for scoliosis is noninvasive, takes about 30 seconds, and enables early detection and treatment to lessen long-term effects
- Florida's Department of Education, in cooperation with the Department of Health, already screens for scoliosis through the school health services program for students in grades pre-K through 12
Legislative Description
Scoliosis Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted
2/14/2024
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