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This resolution recognizes March 2025 as "National Athletic Training Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical role of athletic trainers as specialized healthcare professionals. The resolution acknowledges the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society, founded in 1976, and notes that the National Athletic Training Month was first established in 2001 by the National Athletic Trainers' Association. It emphasizes that athletic trainers are highly skilled professionals who provide comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, injury prevention, risk management, and rehabilitation across diverse settings such as sports, universities, hospitals, and military branches. The resolution points out that Pennsylvania has the highest number of athletic training education programs in the United States and that the National Athletic Trainers' Association represents over 36,000 members nationwide, with more than 3,000 in Pennsylvania. The 2025 theme, "Champions in Health Care," underscores the professional's commitment to evidence-based knowledge and compassionate care. By formally recognizing this month, the resolution aims to raise public awareness about the importance of athletic training and encourage residents to learn more about these healthcare professionals.

Labor and Employment

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