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OK HR1067

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/19/2014

Primary Sponsor

Eric Proctor

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Declares May 2014 as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month in Oklahoma
  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome encompasses multiple genetic disorders affecting connective tissue, causing joint looseness, instability, dislocations, and fragile skin that bruises and scars easily
  • Six major types of the syndrome exist, with vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome being the most severe, affecting up to 1 in 5,000 people worldwide
  • No treatment or cure currently exists for the condition; early and accurate diagnosis is emphasized as critical for medical planning and quality of life
  • A copy of the resolution is directed to be distributed to Rochelle Miller-Mosley

Legislative Description

Declaring May to be Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month; distribution.

Special Dates and Symbols

Last Action

Enrolled, signed, filed with Secretary of State

5/19/2014

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