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GA HR1353
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/26/2018
Primary Sponsor
Katie Dempsey
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AI Summary
- Recognizes June 20, 2018, as Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Alert Day at the Georgia state capitol to raise public awareness of the condition's dangers
- 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 for those without, and more than 60% of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations are due to 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 state capitol; June 20, 2018; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
2/26/2018
Full Bill Text
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