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2003 - 2004 LEGISLATURE
February 24, 2004 - Introduced by Representatives Gard, Kreibich, Krawczyk, J.
Lehman, McCormick, Hines, Ladwig, Pettis, Ainsworth, Boyle, Friske,
Gronemus, Weber, Rhoades, Nischke, Montgomery, Lothian, Loeffelholz,
Kestell, Kerkman, Jeskewitz and Gunderson, cosponsored by Senators
Panzer, Erpenbach, Breske, Hansen, Lassa, Lazich, Carpenter, S. Fitzgerald,
Kanavas, Roessler and
Darling. Referred to Committee on Rules.
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1Relating to: declaring May 12, 2004, as Wisconsin Stroke Alert Day.
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Whereas, stroke is the nation's and Wisconsin's 3rd leading cause of death, and
3approximately 3,500 Wisconsin residents die annually from stroke and most strokes
4occur because of a blocked artery and time is crucial for treating such a stroke; and
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Whereas, damage begins within 15 minutes, and the critical time window is less
6than 3 hours; and
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Whereas, only 4 percent of stroke patients present to an emergency room in 3
8hours, and the research is clear that too few Wisconsinites recognize the symptoms
9of stroke and the need to call 911 promptly; and
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Whereas, prompt medical assessment and treatment can prevent or reduce
11damage, disability, or death from stroke in many cases; and
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Whereas, delayed presentation to an emergency room is the leading roadblock
13to successful stroke care; and
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Whereas, many organizations in Wisconsin are celebrating May 12, 2004, as
15Wisconsin Stroke Alert Day with the theme "Don't Stall Make the Call" and
1promoting education and awareness by encouraging citizens to learn symptoms now;
2now, therefore, be it
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3Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the Wisconsin
4legislature, in recognition of the importance of the ongoing fight against strokes,
5proclaims May 12, 2004, to be Wisconsin Stroke Alert Day in Wisconsin and urges
6all citizens to recognize the critical importance of learning to recognize the symptoms
7of stroke and calling 911 promptly.
