Bill Text: TX SR650 | 2011-2012 | 82nd Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Recognizing April of 2011 as Foot Health Awareness Month.

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2011-03-29 - Reported enrolled [SR650 Detail]

Download: Texas-2011-SR650-Enrolled.html

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 650
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join Texans across the state in observing April of 2011 as Foot
Health Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, Certain types of foot ailments can be an indicator
of diabetes, a condition that has been diagnosed in 1.7 million
adults in Texas and is believed to affect another 425,000 persons
who have not yet been diagnosed; and
WHEREAS, Persons with diabetes are at risk of developing
nerve damage known as peripheral neuropathy, which can result
from prolonged exposure to high amounts of glucose in the
bloodstream and can cause intense pain, a tingling sensation, or
numbness; and
WHEREAS, It is estimated that some two-thirds of people
with diabetes have some degree of nervous system damage, and 20
percent suffer from painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy; and
WHEREAS, The pain or numbness of peripheral neuropathy can
interfere with daily activities and reduce mobility, making it
difficult to exercise and stay active, a critical component of
diabetes management; this can lead to further health problems,
including more nerve damage; it can also allow minor foot
injuries to go unnoticed and develop into more serious and
potentially permanent disabilities that can significantly affect
quality of life; and
WHEREAS, Early detection of peripheral neuropathy can lead
to better management of the condition through certain lifestyle
adjustments which can prevent its progression; it is essential
for people who have or might have diabetes to be aware of the
warning signs of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and to regularly
monitor the condition of their feet; they can also undergo
periodic screening for this condition through simple clinical
tests; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby recognize April of 2011 as Foot Health
Awareness Month and encourage all persons with diabetes to
consult their physician about diabetic peripheral neuropathy and
receive appropriate screening; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of Foot Health Awareness Month.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 29, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate