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By: Price H.R. No. 2682
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, More than three million Americans are estimated to
suffer from glaucoma, the leading cause of preventable blindness in
the United States; and
WHEREAS, Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases characterized by
gradual damage to the optic nerve, which over time causes
irreversible vision loss; in the early stages of its most common
form, there are virtually no symptoms, and many sufferers are
unaware that they have the disease until significant and permanent
damage is done; and
WHEREAS, Although a cure has yet to be found, early detection
is crucial to slowing optic nerve damage and preserving eyesight in
patients with glaucoma; the need for greater awareness is
particularly acute in certain high-risk groups, including the
elderly, diabetics, and persons of African, Asian, and Hispanic
descent, who are encouraged to be proactive in protecting their eye
health by undergoing regular examinations; and
WHEREAS, Glaucoma can be treated and managed if detected in
time, and National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January provides an
important opportunity to promote education about this debilitating
disease; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize National Glaucoma Awareness Month in
January 2018 and urge Texans to learn more about glaucoma detection
and treatment.