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GA SR708
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/4/2024
Primary Sponsor
Donzella James
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AI Summary
- Recognizes March 4, 2024, as Podiatry Day at the Georgia State Capitol
- Highlights the essential role podiatrists play in diagnosing and treating pathologies of the foot, ankle, and leg, including their role in multi-disciplinary limb salvage teams
- Notes a national epidemic of lower extremity complications due to poor circulation and diabetes, which disproportionately affects people of color and those with limited financial resources
- Cites that people of color disproportionately receive premature foot and toe amputations, with statistics showing patients who undergo these amputations die on average within five years post-operation
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available for public and press distribution
Legislative Description
Podiatry Day; recognize March 4, 2024
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
3/4/2024
Full Bill Text
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