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A resolution recognizing July 28, 2015, as "World Hepatitis Day".

Introduced: July 28, 2015 Introduced by: Hirono, Mazie K. Democratic · Hawaii See on congress.gov
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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6077-6078)
Jul 28, 2015
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recognizes July 28, 2015, as World Hepatitis Day.

Expresses support for broad access to hepatitis treatments and for raising awareness of the risks and consequences of undiagnosed hepatitis infections.

Calls for a robust governmental and public health response to protect the health of the 5 million people in the United States and 400 million people worldwide who suffer from chronic viral hepatitis.

What's happening now July 28, 2015

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6077-6078)

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