SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 393
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join Texans across the state in observing March of 2019 as
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, Approximately three million Americans live with
bleeding disorders that can cause extended bleeding after
injury, surgery, or trauma and that can be life-threatening if
not treated effectively; and
WHEREAS, Bleeding disorders occur when the body lacks the
platelets and proteins necessary for blood to clot or when those
platelets and proteins do not function properly; the causes of
bleeding disorders include severe liver disease, the lack of
vitamin K, the effect of medicines, and hereditary conditions
like hemophilia or von Willebrand disease; and
WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that time be dedicated to
raising awareness of the need for research on treatments and
cures for bleeding disorders and of the importance of advocacy on
behalf of those affected by the disorders; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend those working to prevent and treat
bleeding disorders and extend to them best wishes for a productive
Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 13, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate