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  • H. RES. 277 — Supporting the designation of May 2025 as National Myositis Awareness Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:153

    H. RES. 277 is a resolution that supports naming May 2025 as "National Myositis Awareness Month." The resolution highlights the challenges faced by those with myositis, a group of rare and chronic muscle-wasting diseases, and emphasizes the need for more research into their...

    Simple Explanation

    In May 2025, people want everyone to learn about myositis, which is a group of rare diseases that make muscles weak. The aim is to help people know more about these illnesses so they can support those affected and find better ways to treat them.

  • S. RES. 899 — Designating November 2024 as American Diabetes Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:338

    The resolution, S. RES. 899, designates November 2024 as "American Diabetes Month" to raise awareness about diabetes in the United States. It acknowledges the high prevalence and impact of diabetes, particularly among certain racial and ethnic groups, and emphasizes the importance of...

    Simple Explanation

    In November 2024, people want to talk a lot about diabetes, a sickness that many people have, so everyone can learn how to stay healthy. They also want to find better ways to help and make sure everyone can see a doctor if they need to.

  • H. RES. 209 — Expressing support for the designation of April 5, 2025, as Barth Syndrome Awareness Day.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:212

    H. RES. 209 expresses support for designating April 5, 2025, as Barth Syndrome Awareness Day. The resolution highlights the serious nature of Barth syndrome, a rare genetic disorder affecting mostly males, and the importance of increasing awareness, promoting early diagnosis,...

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine there's a special day called Barth Syndrome Awareness Day on April 5, 2025, where people learn about a rare illness mostly affecting boys, in hopes of finding ways to help them feel better and live healthier lives. This means talking about it more so doctors and scientists can help those with the illness.