IL HR0484

Declares March 2024 as Blood Clot Awareness Month in the State of Illinois

Identifies blood clots as a serious health threat affecting up to 900,000 people annually and causing approximately 100,000 deaths per year in the United States

Describes two types of blood clots: deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurring in large veins and pulmonary embolism (PE) when a clot travels to the lungs requiring immediate medical attention

Outlines symptoms of DVT (swelling, pain, tenderness, redness) and PE (difficulty breathing, irregular heartbeat, coughing up blood, low blood pressure)

Emphasizes blood clots are preventable through knowing risk factors, recognizing symptoms, consulting medical professionals before surgery, and seeking immediate care if symptoms develop