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GA HR1694

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

James Beverly

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes November 2016 as Bladder Health Month at the Georgia state capitol, sponsored by Representative Beverly of the 143rd district
  • Notes that tens of millions of Americans are affected by bladder diseases and conditions, including urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, urinary tract infections, bladder cancer, and neurogenic bladder
  • Highlights that bladder conditions significantly impact quality of life, contributing to depression, social isolation, hospitalizations, nursing home admissions, and deaths
  • Emphasizes that bladder problems are highly stigmatized and that open dialogue can empower providers and patients to have needed conversations about bladder health
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available for distribution to the public and the press

Legislative Description

Bladder Health Month at the capitol; November, 2016; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/11/2016

Full Bill Text

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