Loading chat...
GA SR771
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/14/2018
Primary Sponsor
Renee Unterman
Click for details
AI Summary
- Recognizes May 2018 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month at the Georgia state capitol
- Notes that Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria transmitted through infected blacklegged ticks, and that more strains have been identified in Southeastern states than any other U.S. region
- Highlights that Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses are underreported nationwide because ticks are small, difficult to detect, and many infected individuals do not recall being bitten
- Emphasizes that early diagnosis and prompt antibiotic treatment can cure Lyme disease, while delayed or inadequate treatment may lead to permanent damage or death
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
Lyme Disease Awareness Month; recognize May, 2018
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/14/2018
Full Bill Text
No bill text available