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NJ AJR196
Joint Resolution
Status
9/23/2024
Primary Sponsor
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson
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AI Summary
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Designates March as "Blood Clot Awareness Month" in New Jersey to align with the National Blood Clot Alliance's annual awareness campaign
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Requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation calling on public officials and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs
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Aims to raise public awareness about blood clot prevention measures, risk factors, and warning signs and symptoms
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Notes that up to 900,000 Americans are affected by blood clots annually, with an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 deaths per year from the condition
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Highlights that blood clots can manifest as deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism and are preventable with early recognition and medical attention
Legislative Description
Declares March of each year as "Blood Clot Awareness Month."
Health
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
9/23/2024