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This resolution commends the IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Patient Support Group for recognizing April 17 through April 19, 2025, as World IBS Days. The resolution highlights the significance of IBS, a gastrointestinal disorder affecting approximately 20% of the population (around 35 million Americans), which is characterized by recurring abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel movements. Despite its prevalence, IBS often goes undiagnosed because many people are unaware it is a medical condition and are reluctant to discuss their symptoms. The resolution emphasizes that IBS significantly impacts patients' quality of life, personal relationships, and work practices. It also recognizes Wisconsin organizations, particularly the IBS Patient Support Group, for their efforts in supporting IBS patients through public awareness, innovative therapy research, and patient education. As a symbolic gesture of solidarity, the resolution notes that Milwaukee's Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge will be lit purple on April 18 to draw attention to the condition and those affected by it.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/joint_resolution/ajr28