Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "National Hypertension Awareness Month".
HRES 416 is a non-binding House resolution expressing support for "National Hypertension Awareness Month" in May. It acknowledges hypertension's significant health impact (affecting nearly half of U.S. adults and contributing to ~500,000 annual deaths) and highlights disparities in management, particularly among communities of color and low-income groups. The resolution encourages health care providers, public health agencies, and community organizations to promote blood pressure monitoring and management, while emphasizing the need for affordable health care access. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect any individuals or groups - only formally endorsing existing awareness efforts during May.
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May 2025
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Introduced May 15, 2025
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Joyce Beatty
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