Supporting the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a painful condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.

Bill 118 HRES 217, also known as the "Supporting the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to raise awareness about endometriosis, a common but often misunderstood medical condition that affects millions of women worldwide.

Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus, causing pain, infertility, and other symptoms. Despite its prevalence, endometriosis is often underdiagnosed and undertreated, leading to unnecessary suffering for many women.

The bill calls for the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month in order to educate the public about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of endometriosis. By raising awareness about this condition, the hope is to improve early detection and access to care for those affected by endometriosis. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 217 aims to bring attention to the impact of endometriosis on women's health and well-being, and to encourage further research and support for those living with this condition.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 217

Introduced on
2023-03-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a painful condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.

Bill 118 HRES 217, also known as the "Supporting the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to raise awareness about endometriosis, a common but often misunderstood medical condition that affects millions of women worldwide.

Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus, causing pain, infertility, and other symptoms. Despite its prevalence, endometriosis is often underdiagnosed and undertreated, leading to unnecessary suffering for many women.

The bill calls for the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month in order to educate the public about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of endometriosis. By raising awareness about this condition, the hope is to improve early detection and access to care for those affected by endometriosis. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 217 aims to bring attention to the impact of endometriosis on women's health and well-being, and to encourage further research and support for those living with this condition.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedSupporting the designation of March 2023 as Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical education
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Research administration and funding
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/27/2023

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a painful condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.


Latest Action3/17/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.