SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 887
WHEREAS, Meningococcal disease is a serious health problem
in Texas and across the country, and vaccinations play an
important role in helping to stem outbreaks of the disease; and
WHEREAS, This potentially fatal disease most commonly
affects young people between the ages of 16 and 23; because of low
vaccination rates, there have been numerous instances of
meningitis B on college campuses in recent years; and
WHEREAS, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
recommends that young adults consult with health care
professionals about being vaccinated against the disease; and
WHEREAS, Meningococcal disease can be prevented through
proper vaccination, and a greater awareness about the disease
would be beneficial to the health and well-being of many Texans;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby encourage the public to learn more about
meningococcal disease and the role vaccination plays in its
prevention; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
recognition of this important subject.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 28, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate