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12023 ASSEMBLY JOINT RESOLUTION 113
February 7, 2024 - Introduced by Representatives Rozar, Andraca, Bare, Behnke, Binsfeld, Callahan, Dittrich, Edming, Magnafici, Moses, Murphy, Mursau, Nedweski, Novak, O’Connor, Palmeri, Penterman, Schmidt, Shankland, Sinicki, Stubbs, Subeck, Joers and Jacobson, cosponsored by Senators Ballweg, Carpenter, Cowles, Felzkowski, Larson, Marklein, Roys, Spreitzer, Testin and Agard. Referred to Committee on Rules.
2Relating to: proclaiming February 2024 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
3Whereas, heart disease and stroke are responsible for over 20 percent of deaths in Wisconsin; and
4Whereas, an estimated 80 percent of cardiovascular disease can be prevented; and
5Whereas, increasing community awareness of the risks, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and lack of regular physical activity, can improve and focus prevention efforts in Wisconsin; and
6Whereas, communities, health professionals, and families can work together to create opportunities for healthier lifestyles; and
7Whereas, in addition to discussing smoking cessation if applicable, individuals should talk to their health care provider to learn about the following five numbers to better understand their risks for cardiovascular disease:
81. Total cholesterol
92. HDL (good) cholesterol
103. Blood pressure
114. Blood glucose (sugar)
125. Body mass index (BMI); now, therefore, be it
13Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the legislature, in recognition of the importance of the ongoing fight against heart disease and stroke, does hereby proclaim February 2024 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
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