FL H8091

Designates April 6-12, 2026, as "Vein Week" in Florida to increase awareness of venous and lymphatic disease and the importance of early detection and prevention

Venous thromboembolism (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism) is identified as a leading cause of preventable hospital death, affecting tens of thousands of Floridians annually

References Florida's prior passage of the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act in 2025, which requires screening for venous thromboembolism risks

Notes Florida created the first blood clot registry in the United States to collect data for advancing health research and new therapies

Aligns with Vein Week, an internationally recognized public health awareness initiative held annually in April