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SR 567: State Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day; express support for the designation

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Senate Resolution 567

By: Senators Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Hufstetler of the 52nd, Watson of the 1st, Burns of the 23rd, Hatchett of the 50th and others

ADOPTED SENATE

A RESOLUTION

Expressing support for the designation of a Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day at the Capitol to raise awareness of and promote research on the disorder; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, occurring in approximately 1 out of every 15,000 births, Prader-Willi syndrome is a complex genetic disorder that causes an extreme and insatiable appetite, which often results in morbid obesity; and

WHEREAS, morbid obesity is the major cause of death for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome; and

WHEREAS, Prader-Willi syndrome is the most commonly known genetic cause of life-threatening obesity, affecting males and females with equal frequency across all races and ethnicities; and

WHEREAS, Prader-Willi syndrome further causes cognitive and learning disabilities as well as behavioral difficulties, including obsessive compulsive disorder and difficulty controlling emotions, and studies have shown that individuals with the syndrome have a high morbidity and mortality rate; and

WHEREAS, the hunger, metabolic, and behavioral characteristics of Prader-Willi syndrome force affected individuals to require constant and lifelong supervision in a controlled environment; and

WHEREAS, although there is no known cure for Prader-Willi syndrome, early diagnosis allows families to access treatment, intervention services, and support from health professionals, advocacy organizations, and other families who are dealing with the syndrome; and

WHEREAS, recently discovered treatments, including the use of human growth hormone, are improving the quality of life for individuals with the syndrome and offer new hope to families, but many difficult symptoms associated with Prader-Willi syndrome remain untreated.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE Senate that the members of this body express their support for the designation of a Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day at the Capitol in recognition of the efforts of the many advocates and organizations that encourage awareness, promote research, and provide education, support, and hope to those impacted by Prader-Willi syndrome.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.