A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2025 as "Scleroderma Awareness Month" and June 29, 2025, as "World Scleroderma Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution recognizes June 2025 as "Scleroderma Awareness Month" and June 29, 2025, as "World Scleroderma Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution highlights the nature of scleroderma as a rare autoimmune disease affecting the skin and internal organs, impacting approximately 300,000 Americans, with a higher prevalence in African Americans. It acknowledges ongoing research efforts in Pennsylvania and the importance of raising awareness about this condition and its treatment options.
Key provisions
- Designates June 2025 as Scleroderma Awareness Month in Pennsylvania.
- Designates June 29, 2025, as World Scleroderma Day in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges scleroderma as a rare autoimmune disease affecting skin and internal organs.
- Notes the higher prevalence of systemic scleroderma in African Americans.
- Recognizes ongoing research efforts in Pennsylvania related to scleroderma treatment.
Who is affected
- Individuals with scleroderma and their families in Pennsylvania
- African Americans
- Researchers in Pennsylvania
- Patients receiving treatment for scleroderma
Notable changes
- This resolution does not represent a change in current law, but rather a declaration of recognition and awareness.
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Primary sponsor
Steven Malagari
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Jose Giral
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