NY J01481

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim February 2026 as Turner Syndrome Awareness Month in New York State, coinciding with National Turner Syndrome Awareness Month

Turner Syndrome is the second most common genetic disorder, affecting 1 in 2,000 females, with an estimated 5,028 women in New York State and over 85,337 individuals nationwide living with the condition

The disorder results from missing or incomplete X chromosomes, with 98-99% of affected fetuses dying before birth, contributing to approximately 10% of all first-trimester miscarriages

More than 30% of individuals with Turner Syndrome are not diagnosed until age 15, and only 3.5% receive adequate care, highlighting the need for increased awareness and earlier detection

Health concerns associated with Turner Syndrome include cardiovascular diseases, reduced cognitive function, learning disabilities, ovarian failure, type II diabetes, and psychological issues such as depression