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2021 - 2022 LEGISLATURE
February 15, 2021 - Introduced by Senators Ballweg, Darling, Carpenter,
Cowles, Felzkowski, Jacque, Johnson, Larson, Marklein, Petrowski, Pfaff,
Smith, L. Taylor and Wirch, cosponsored by Representatives Rozar, J.
Rodriguez, Bowen, Cabral-Guevara, Cabrera, Callahan, Dittrich, Drake,
Duchow, Edming, Emerson, Kerkman, Kuglitsch, Magnafici, Moses,
Mursau, Novak, Ortiz-Velez, Pope, Shankland, Sinicki, Spiros, Spreitzer,
Thiesfeldt, Tusler, Vorpagel, Wittke and Subeck. Referred to Committee on
Senate Organization.
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1Relating to: proclaiming February 2021 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
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Whereas, heart disease and stroke are responsible for close to one-third of
3deaths in Wisconsin; and
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Whereas, an estimated 80 percent of cardiovascular disease can be prevented;
5and
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Whereas, increasing community awareness of the risks, such as diabetes, high
7blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and lack of regular physical activity, can
8improve and focus prevention efforts in Wisconsin; and
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Whereas, communities, health professionals, and families can work together to
10create opportunities for healthier lifestyles; and
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Whereas, in addition to discussing smoking cessation if applicable, individuals
12should talk to their health care provider to learn about the following five numbers
13to better understand their risks for cardiovascular disease:
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1. Total cholesterol
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2. HDL (good) cholesterol
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13. Blood pressure
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4. Blood glucose (sugar)
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5. Body mass index (BMI); now, therefore, be it
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4Resolved by the
senate, the assembly concurring, That the legislature, in
5recognition of the importance of the ongoing fight against heart disease and stroke,
6does hereby proclaim February 2021 to be American Heart Month in Wisconsin.
