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This resolution designates May 2025 as "Lupus Awareness Month" in Delaware, highlighting the significant impact of lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack its own tissues and affect multiple body systems. The resolution notes that lupus impacts an estimated 1.5 million Americans and 5 million individuals worldwide, with females being nine times more likely to have the disease and people of color being more frequently affected. By drawing attention to the fact that the cause of lupus is unknown, there is no cure, and approximately 10-15 percent of patients may die prematurely from complications, the resolution aims to increase public understanding of this complex medical condition. The Senate of Delaware affirms the importance of lupus awareness and encourages expanded efforts to inform residents about lupus symptom recognition and treatment, with the goal of improving early detection, management, and support for those affected by the disease.

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