Bill > HJR89

This resolution designates May 9th, starting in 2026 and continuing every year thereafter, as Long QT Syndrome Awareness Day in Virginia. Long QT syndrome (LQTS) is a serious heart electrical disorder, as defined by the American Heart Association, where the heart's lower chambers take too long to electrically recharge between beats, which can lead to dangerous irregular heart rhythms, fainting, or even sudden death. The name "Long QT" refers to a specific part of the heartbeat's electrical tracing called the QT interval, which is abnormally prolonged in individuals with this condition. LQTS affects approximately 1 in 2,000 to 2,500 people and can be inherited or acquired later in life. Treatments include lifestyle changes, medication, or medical devices. The resolution also directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to inform the American Heart Association and the SADS Foundation (a nonprofit supporting patients and research for heart rhythm anomalies) about this designation and to post it on the General Assembly's website, aiming to raise awareness, support individuals with LQTS, and encourage research.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJ89