Kidney Awareness Month and APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day
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Overview
This resolution designates March 2026 as "Kidney Awareness Month" and April 28, 2026, as "APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day" in South Carolina. It aims to increase public awareness of kidney disease, particularly among residents of the Palmetto State and those with Western or Central African ancestry, and encourages genetic testing for the APOL1 gene variant.
Key provisions
- Designates March 2026 as Kidney Awareness Month.
- Designates April 28, 2026, as APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Awareness Day.
- Encourages increased awareness of kidney disease within South Carolina.
- Specifically encourages genetic testing for individuals with Western or Central African ancestry.
- Highlights the disproportionate impact of kidney disease on Black Americans.
- Mentions the significant financial burden of kidney failure on the Medicare program.
Who is affected
- Residents of South Carolina
- Individuals with kidney disease
- Individuals with Western or Central African ancestry
- Black Americans
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Focuses on APOL1 genetic mutations as a key factor in kidney disease risk.
- Emphasizes the need for genetic testing, particularly for individuals with relevant ancestry.
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