H.R. No. 2683
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Across the nation, February 2018 has been set aside
as American Heart Month to encourage Americans to take steps to
improve their heart health and reduce their risk of cardiovascular
disease; and
WHEREAS, The leading cause of death in the United States,
cardiovascular disease takes the life of one in every four men and
women; nearly half of Americans have at least one of its risk
factors, which include high blood pressure, obesity, physical
inactivity, and an unhealthy diet, and the chance of developing
cardiovascular disease increases with age; and
WHEREAS, Men and women of all ages can reduce their risk for
heart disease by making positive lifestyle changes, such as
quitting smoking, adding exercise to their daily routine, and
adopting a low-sodium, heart-healthy diet; it is also important
that individuals receive regular medical checkups to manage
conditions that may contribute to heart disease; and
WHEREAS, Taking an active role in protecting heart health can
make a lifesaving difference for millions of Americans, and by
spreading a message of prevention, those observing American Heart
Month are making a meaningful contribution; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize February 2018 as American Heart Month
in Texas and encourage residents to do their part in preventing
heart disease.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2683 was adopted by the House on May
29, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House