A Resolution designating May 14, 2026, as "Apraxia Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Overview
This resolution designates May 14, 2026, as "Apraxia Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. It recognizes childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) as a motor speech disorder affecting approximately 1 in 1,000 children and highlights the importance of early speech therapy and public awareness to support affected children and their families. The resolution also encourages community efforts to increase understanding of CAS.
Key provisions
- Designates May 14, 2026, as Apraxia Awareness Day in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) as a motor speech disorder.
- Acknowledges the challenges faced by children with CAS and their families.
- Emphasizes the importance of early and intensive speech therapy.
- Encourages community awareness and understanding of CAS.
Who is affected
- Children with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS)
- Families of children with CAS
- Speech therapists
- Pennsylvania residents
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