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.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2682 was adopted by the House on May
29, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House