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GA HR1797
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/22/2016
Primary Sponsor
Katie Dempsey
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AI Summary
- Recognizes June 20, 2016, as Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the Georgia state capitol to raise awareness of the dangers of the condition
- Notes that an estimated 29.1 million people (9.3% of the U.S. population) are affected by diabetes, and diabetes is associated with a 74% higher risk of peripheral neuropathy
- Highlights that amputation rates in people with diabetes are ten times higher than in those without, and more than 60% of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations result from diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- Emphasizes 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 distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the capitol; June 20, 2016; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/22/2016
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