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GA SR893
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/23/2018
Primary Sponsor
Nan Orrock
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AI Summary
- Recognizes October 9, 2018, as PANDAS Awareness Day at the Georgia state capitol to raise public awareness of PANS and PANDAS among parents, policymakers, and medical providers
- PANS (pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome) and PANDAS (pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder associated with streptococcal infection) cause sudden onset of obsessive-compulsive disorder, severe anxiety, tics, and other neuropsychiatric symptoms in previously healthy children
- The NIMH estimates 1 in 200 children have PANS or PANDAS, affecting roughly 20,000 children in Georgia, yet many pediatricians and specialists are not familiar with current diagnostic criteria and treatment guidelines
- Many insurers do not cover treatment for PANS and PANDAS, which can cost tens of thousands of dollars, placing it out of reach for most families
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
PANDAS Awareness Day; recognize October 9, 2018
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/23/2018
Full Bill Text
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