TITLE: Recognizing November 2018 as American Diabetes Month.

SUMMARY: Recognizing November 2018 as American Diabetes Month.

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WHEREAS, Across the nation, November 2018 is being observed as American Diabetes Month; and WHEREAS, More than 29 million Americans are affected with diabetes, the nation's seventh-leading cause of death; in type 1 diabetes, the body fails to produce sufficient insulin, while in the vastly more common type 2 diabetes, the body cannot use insulin properly; if not controlled, both forms of the illness can cause spikes in blood sugar that can eventually damage nerves and blood vessels, resulting in a higher risk of heart disease and stroke, as well as blindness, kidney disease, and other health problems; and WHEREAS, While there is currently no cure for diabetes, by addressing risk factors, patients can avoid or delay the development of type 2 diabetes and the additional health complications associated with the disease; important measures include exercise, good nutrition, smoking cessation, blood pressure control, lowering cholesterol, and management of blood sugar and stress; and WHEREAS, Medical professionals across the country are working to improve health outcomes and save lives by helping Americans gain greater understanding of diabetes, and the monthlong awareness campaign in November serves as a valuable way of educating the public about this critical disease; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby recognize November 2018 as American Diabetes Month and encourage all Texans to learn more about the ways to reduce their risk factors. Price Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2692 was adopted by the House on May 29,2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House