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GA HR1651
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/3/2014
Primary Sponsor
Katie Dempsey
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AI Summary
- Designates June 20, 2014, as Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the Georgia state capitol
- Notes that an estimated 25.8 million Americans (8.3% of the population) have diabetes, and over 60% of those with diabetes suffer from diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- Highlights that more than 60% of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations are caused by diabetic peripheral neuropathy, with amputation rates ten times higher for people with diabetes than those without
- Encourages General Assembly members and constituents to partner with the state health department, medical communities, and community-based organizations to raise awareness about the dangers of the condition
- Recommends quality measures, such as those from the Physician Quality Reporting System, be considered for incorporation into new healthcare payment and delivery models like accountable care organizations
Legislative Description
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the state capitol; June 20, 2014; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/3/2014
Full Bill Text
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