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This resolution, a formal request from the legislative body, urges Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate May 2026 as Hypertension Awareness Month in New York State. The purpose of this designation is to increase public understanding, education, and prevention efforts related to hypertension, which is commonly known as high blood pressure. The resolution also encourages healthcare providers, public health organizations, and community groups to actively engage in activities that emphasize the significance of managing and preventing hypertension, including educating the public about its risks and the advantages of early detection and treatment, with a mention of potential new treatments like renal denervation. Finally, it states that a formal copy of this resolution will be sent to the Governor.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1606