PRINTER'S NO. 521
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No.
78
Session of
2023
INTRODUCED BY J. WARD, MARCH 28, 2023
REFERRED TO RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, MARCH 28, 2023
A RESOLUTION
Designating March 11, 2023, as "Suddenly Sleepy Saturday for
Narcolepsy Awareness" in Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder caused
by the brain's inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy affects an estimated 1 in every 2,000
Americans; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy is an underrecognized and underdiagnosed
condition; and
WHEREAS, The symptoms of narcolepsy, especially when
undiagnosed, can lead to accidents, injuries and problems with
learning and working; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy affects people neurologically, socially
and emotionally; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy affects people of all ages, with onset
typically occurring between 10 and 30 years of age; and
WHEREAS, On average, it takes a patient more than six years
to be diagnosed with narcolepsy after first experiencing
symptoms; and
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WHEREAS, Research shows that narcolepsy patients have an
increased prevalence of high blood pressure, cardiovascular
disease and diabetes; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy patients need trained providers to
address their comorbidities and treat additional underlying
health concerns; and
WHEREAS, Narcolepsy Network is a national organization
created to promote awareness of the disease and support for
those who suffer from narcolepsy; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate designate March 11, 2023, as
"Suddenly Sleepy Saturday for Narcolepsy Awareness" in
Pennsylvania.
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