Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR899

Caption

A resolution designating November 2024 as "American Diabetes Month".

Impact

By designating November as American Diabetes Month, the Senate aims to foster increased public awareness regarding diabetes and its management. This designation serves to recognize and support initiatives aimed at combating diabetes across the nation, including educational campaigns focusing on the symptoms and risk factors associated with the disease. The resolution underscores the importance of early detection and preventive measures, as well as the need for affordable healthcare resources to better address the condition in at-risk communities.

Summary

SR899 is a resolution introduced in the Senate designating November 2024 as 'American Diabetes Month'. The resolution highlights the prevalence of diabetes in the United States, noting that approximately 38.4 million individuals have diabetes and about 97.6 million have prediabetes. It emphasizes the need for public awareness and education regarding diabetes prevention and treatment options, particularly for those who are at higher risk due to factors such as age, race, physical activity levels, and medical history.

Contention

SR899 does not appear to have notable points of contention as it serves primarily as a resolution dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes. However, the surrounding discussion may touch on broader issues relating to healthcare access and funding for diabetes education and research programs. The resolution also implicitly calls for commitment from lawmakers to support policies aimed at decreasing the prevalence of diabetes and improving healthcare outcomes for individuals affected by this chronic condition.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SR474

A resolution designating November 2023 as American Diabetes Month.

US SR712

A resolution designating May 2024 as "Older Americans Month".

US SR87

A resolution designating February 2025 as "American Heart Month".

US SR456

A resolution designating November 2023 as "National College Application Month".

US SR920

A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month".

US SR478

A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

US SR479

A resolution designating November 2023 as "National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month".

US SR711

A resolution designating May 2024 as "American Stroke Month".

US SR234

A resolution designating May 2023 as "Older Americans Month".

US SR910

A resolution designating November 2024 as "National Hospice and Palliative Care Month".

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