Bill > HR11

This resolution recognizes June 2025 as "Lipedema Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting a chronic medical condition that primarily affects women and is characterized by an abnormal buildup of fatty tissue in the legs and arms. The resolution explains that lipedema typically begins or worsens during hormonal changes like puberty, pregnancy, or menopause, and can cause symptoms such as muscle pain, swelling, easy bruising, and fatigue. It notes that the condition is difficult to diagnose due to the lack of definitive diagnostic tests and is often misdiagnosed as lymphedema or obesity, with symptoms resistant to diet and exercise. The resolution emphasizes that lipedema can negatively impact mental health, leading to low self-esteem and other psychological challenges, and while there is no known cure, management options exist such as light exercise and anti-inflammatory diets. By designating a specific awareness month, the resolution aims to increase public understanding of lipedema, support research efforts through organizations like the Lipedema Foundation, and encourage continued support for individuals living with this condition.

Health and Social Services

https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=11