NY K00902

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

Turner Syndrome affects 1 in 2,000 females, with approximately 5,028 women in New York State and over 85,337 individuals in the United States living with the condition

The genetic disorder involves missing or incomplete X chromosomes, with 98-99% of affected fetuses not surviving to birth, contributing to about 10% of 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 early detection

Health complications include cardiovascular diseases, ovarian failure, type II diabetes, hypothyroidism, learning disabilities, and psychological issues such as depression and low self-esteem