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Designating Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week to Promote Health Monitoring

The U.S. Senate designated May 5–11, 2024, as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week (TD). This resolution aims to inform the public about TD, an involuntary movement disorder often linked to long-term use of certain psychiatric or gastrointestinal medications. Citizens are encouraged to learn about the symptoms and consult a healthcare provider if they experience uncontrollable movements.
Key points
Official designation of a week dedicated to raising public awareness about Tardive Dyskinesia (TD).
Encouragement for individuals taking specific medications (like antipsychotics) to be regularly monitored for TD symptoms by a doctor.
Call to action for citizens experiencing uncontrollable, repetitive movements to seek immediate medical consultation.
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Additional Information
A resolution designating the week of May 5, 2024, through May 11, 2024, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week".
Print number: SRES 757
Sponsor: Sen. Mullin, Markwayne [R-OK]
Process start date: 2024-07-09