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GA HR1859

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/13/2014

Primary Sponsor

Joe Wilkinson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes April 2014 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month at the Georgia state capitol
  • Notes that Parkinson's disease affects 1 million people in the United States, with prevalence projected to double by 2030
  • Highlights that 50 to 90 percent of patients develop motor complications despite initially effective treatments, and disease progression can lead to severe disability
  • Acknowledges the work of the National Parkinson Foundation, Parkinson's Action Network, and Parkinson's Disease Foundation in promoting education, research, and treatment
  • Encourages all citizens to support the search for a cure and assist individuals and families affected by Parkinson's disease

Legislative Description

Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month at the state capitol; April 2014; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/13/2014

Full Bill Text

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