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IN HR0007

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/18/2018

Primary Sponsor

Sean Eberhart

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges Governor Eric Holcomb to recognize September as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month to raise awareness and help survivors.

  • Describes a brain aneurysm as a weak bulging spot on the wall of a brain artery that can rupture and cause blood to escape into the space around the brain, typically requiring advanced surgical treatment.

  • Notes that ruptured aneurysms are relatively uncommon but very serious with high mortality and disability rates.

  • Acknowledges that survivors of brain aneurysms face physical challenges, emotional challenges, depression, and potential deficits during recovery.

  • Requires the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit copies of the resolution to Governor Eric Holcomb, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, and Raymond Morefield.

Legislative Description

Urging Governor Holcomb to recognize September as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month.

Last Action

First reading: adopted voice vote

1/18/2018

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