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GA HR2074
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/27/2012
Primary Sponsor
Mike Cheokas
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AI Summary
- Recognizes June 20, 2012, as Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the Georgia state capitol to raise awareness of the condition's dangers
- Notes that an estimated 23.6 million Americans (7.8% of the population) are affected by diabetes, and more than half suffer from Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
- Highlights that the amputation rate for people with diabetes is ten times higher than for those without, and more than 60% of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations are attributed to Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
- States that Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy accounts for more diabetes-related hospitalizations than any other complication and can affect individuals with either Type I or Type II diabetes
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Georgia chapter of the American Diabetes Association
Legislative Description
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day; June 20, 2012; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/27/2012
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