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OH SR116
Resolution
Status
Passed
5/16/2013
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Bacon
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AI Summary
- Recognizes May 2013 as Ohio Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in Ohio
- Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease affecting approximately 30,000 children and adults in the United States, with about 1,000 new cases diagnosed annually
- The disease causes defective genes to produce abnormally thick mucus that clogs lungs and obstructs the pancreas, blocking natural enzymes needed for food digestion
- The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has pursued a cure and advocated for patients since 1955, with Ohio establishing an annual awareness month in 2005
- Directs the Senate Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the Central Ohio Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Ohio news media
Legislative Description
Recognizing Ohio Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, May 2013.
Last Action
Adopted
5/16/2013
Full Bill Text
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