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NC H404
Bill
Status
Passed
3/22/2011
Primary Sponsor
Martha Alexander
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AI Summary
- Recognizes March 22, 2011, as Diabetes Alert Day in North Carolina
- Encourages citizens to have their blood sugar checked and consult with health care providers about diabetes treatment or prevention plans
- Notes that diabetes affects 25.8 million people in the United States, with 7 million unaware of their condition
- Highlights that over 1.1 million North Carolinians were estimated to be pre-diabetic, diabetic, or undiagnosed in 2008
- States that diabetes cost North Carolina over $10.2 billion in 2010 and could reach $12.7 billion by 2015 if current trends continue
Legislative Description
Diabetes Alert Day
Last Action
Adopted
3/22/2011
Full Bill Text
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