13-R311
2013 -- H 6186
Enacted 05/30/13
H O U S E R E S
O L U T I O N
PROCLAIMING MAY
15, 2013, THROUGH JUNE 15, 2013, AS "TOURETTE SYNDROME AWARENESS
MONTH"
Introduced By: Representatives Newberry, Edwards, Mattiello, Shekarchi, and Ucci
Date Introduced: May 30, 2013
WHEREAS,
Good health is a key component of a long, productive, and fulfilling life.
Awareness campaigns that center on critical health
issues play a central role in maintaining public
health and educating individuals about the steps they can
take to promote their well-being and
their families; and
WHEREAS, Tourette Syndrome (TS) is an inherited neurological
disorder, characterized
by involuntary and sudden movements and repeated vocal
sounds, called "tics." TS can strike
people of all ethnic and racial backgrounds, with males
affected three to four times more
frequently than females. Approximately 200,000 people in the
with TS; and
WHEREAS, Tourette Syndrome typically begins
in childhood, with symptoms generally
appearing before the age of 10, and sometimes requires lifelong
treatment. Early diagnosis and
treatment of TS can prevent physical and psychological harm.
There is no known cure for TS and
treatment involves multiple medications and therapies, with
costs that can be prohibitive; and
WHEREAS, The Tourette Syndrome Association of Rhode Island (TSARI) is an
organization that strives to improve the general welfare of people
with TS at home, in the
community, and in public or private schools. TSARI educates
professionals and the public about
TS in order to identify those with TS who are as yet
undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed; and
WHEREAS, It is important to create awareness, understanding and
support for
individuals and families affected by Tourette
Syndrome. It is likewise fitting to recognize
individuals and organizations that are committed to providing
education and awareness about TS
among the healthcare community, educational institutions,
and the public; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED,
That this House of Representatives of the State of
Providence Plantations
hereby proclaims May 15, 2013, through June 15, 2013, as "Tourette
Syndrome Awareness
Month"; and be it further
RESOLVED,
That this House acknowledges the volunteer
contributions of the Tourette
Syndrome Association of
Rhode Island's Board of Directors, who give freely of their time and
expertise to advance the well-being of individuals and families
with TS through education,
awareness, and advocacy initiatives; and be it further
RESOLVED,
That the Secretary of State be and hereby is
authorized and directed to
transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to the
National Tourette Syndrome Association
and the Tourette Syndrome
Association of
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