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2023 - 2024 LEGISLATURE
January 31, 2024 - Introduced by Senators Ballweg, Carpenter, Cowles,
Felzkowski, Larson, Marklein, Roys, Spreitzer, Testin and Agard,
cosponsored by Representatives
Rozar, Andraca, Bare, Behnke, Binsfeld,
Callahan, Dittrich, Edming, Magnafici, Moses, Murphy, Mursau,
Nedweski, Novak, O'Connor, Palmeri, Penterman, Schmidt, Shankland,
Sinicki, Stubbs and Subeck. Referred to Committee on Senate Organization.
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1Relating to: proclaiming February 2024 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
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Whereas, heart disease and stroke are responsible for over 20 percent of deaths
3in Wisconsin; and
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Whereas, an estimated 80 percent of cardiovascular disease can be prevented;
5and
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Whereas, increasing community awareness of the risks, such as diabetes, high
7blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and lack of regular physical activity, can
8improve and focus prevention efforts in Wisconsin; and
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Whereas, communities, health professionals, and families can work together to
10create opportunities for healthier lifestyles; and
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Whereas, in addition to discussing smoking cessation if applicable, individuals
12should talk to their health care provider to learn about the following five numbers
13to better understand their risks for cardiovascular disease:
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1. Total cholesterol
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2. HDL (good) cholesterol
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13. Blood pressure
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4. Blood glucose (sugar)
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5. Body mass index (BMI); now, therefore, be it
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4Resolved by the
senate, the assembly concurring, That the legislature, in
5recognition of the importance of the ongoing fight against heart disease and stroke,
6does hereby proclaim February 2024 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
