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National Cholesterol Education Month and LDL-C Awareness Day

This House Resolution supports designating September 2023 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2023, as "LDL-C Awareness Day." The aim is to raise public awareness about LDL-C cholesterol and its link to heart disease, encouraging citizens to know their cholesterol levels and take steps to reduce their risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Key points
September 2023 is recognized as a month dedicated to cholesterol education, helping people understand the risks of high cholesterol.
September 30, 2023, is LDL-C Awareness Day, encouraging individuals to check their 'bad' cholesterol levels and take steps to protect their heart health.
The resolution emphasizes the urgent need for screening and treatment of high LDL-C to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes, especially in high-risk populations.
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Supporting the designation of September 2023 as "National Cholesterol Education Month", and September 30, 2023, as LDL-C Awareness Day.
Print number: HRES 709
Sponsor: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]
Process start date: 2023-09-20
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Key Questions about National Cholesterol Education Month and LDL-C Awareness Day

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 709.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • September 2023 is recognized as a month dedicated to cholesterol education, helping people understand the risks of high cholesterol.
  • September 30, 2023, is LDL-C Awareness Day, encouraging individuals to check their 'bad' cholesterol levels and take steps to protect their heart health.
  • The resolution emphasizes the urgent need for screening and treatment of high LDL-C to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes, especially in high-risk populations.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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