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Endometriosis: Recognizing Chronic Disease and Designating Awareness Month (March 2023)

The US Senate recognized endometriosis as a significant chronic disease affecting millions of women and designated March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month. This resolution aims to address the lack of awareness and long diagnostic delays associated with the condition, which causes debilitating pain and high healthcare costs. It encourages federal agencies, including HHS, to boost research and improve the quality of information available on screening and treatment options.
Key points
Official recognition of endometriosis as a major health issue requiring greater public attention and education, potentially reducing the average 10-year diagnostic delay.
Encouragement for federal agencies (HHS, DoD, VA) to conduct additional research and update treatment guidelines and informational tools for patients and providers.
Increased awareness aims to mitigate the significant financial burden (over $13,000 annually per patient) and productivity loss associated with the disease.
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Print number: 118_SRES_90
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing the significance of endometriosis as an unmet chronic disease for women and designating March 2023 as "Endometriosis Awareness Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_90.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official recognition of endometriosis as a major health issue requiring greater public attention and education, potentially reducing the average 10-year diagnostic delay.
  • Encouragement for federal agencies (HHS, DoD, VA) to conduct additional research and update treatment guidelines and informational tools for patients and providers.
  • Increased awareness aims to mitigate the significant financial burden (over $13,000 annually per patient) and productivity loss associated with the disease.
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 Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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