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IL HR0636

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/24/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robyn Gabel

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Declares September 7, 2024 as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day in Illinois
  • Duchenne muscular dystrophy affects approximately 1 in 5,000 live male births, with an estimated 15,000 people living with the condition in the U.S.
  • Symptoms include progressive loss of strength in hips, thighs, shoulders, arms, and legs, with later effects on heart and lung function
  • Currently no cure exists for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, though treatment options are improving with increased research funding
  • Earlier diagnosis through newborn screening could improve health outcomes for affected children

Legislative Description

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY DAY

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

5/24/2024

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/20/2024
Rules3/5/2024

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