Florida Senate - 2023                            (NP)    SR 1692
       
       
        
       By Senator Gruters
       
       
       
       
       
       22-02285-23                                           20231692__
    1                          Senate Resolution                        
    2         A resolution recognizing March 11, 2023, as
    3         “Narcolepsy Awareness Day” in Florida.
    4  
    5         WHEREAS, narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder
    6  caused by the brain’s inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles,
    7  and
    8         WHEREAS, narcolepsy is an underrecognized and
    9  underdiagnosed condition that affects an estimated 1 in every
   10  2,000 Americans, and
   11         WHEREAS, when undiagnosed, narcolepsy can lead to
   12  accidents, injuries, and problems with learning and employment,
   13  and
   14         WHEREAS, narcolepsy affects individuals of all ages
   15  neurologically, socially, and emotionally, with onset typically
   16  occurring between the ages of 15 and 25 years, and
   17         WHEREAS, on average, narcolepsy is diagnosed 6 years after
   18  the onset of symptoms, and those who have the condition have an
   19  increased prevalence of high blood pressure, cardiovascular
   20  disease, and diabetes, and
   21         WHEREAS, individuals with narcolepsy need trained providers
   22  who will address their comorbidities and treat any additional,
   23  underlying health concerns, and
   24         WHEREAS, the Narcolepsy Network is a national organization
   25  created to promote awareness of the disease and provide support
   26  for those who suffer from narcolepsy, NOW, THEREFORE,
   27  
   28  Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of Florida:
   29  
   30         That March 11, 2023, is recognized as “Narcolepsy Awareness
   31  Day” in Florida.