Bill > H8091

This resolution designates the week of April 6-12, 2026, as "Vein Week" in Florida to raise public awareness about venous and lymphatic diseases, which include serious conditions like venous thromboembolism (VTE), defined as deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. VTE is a significant and often preventable public health threat, being a leading cause of illness, death, and hospital deaths in the United States, affecting many Floridians annually. The resolution highlights that early identification of risk factors, public education, and screening can greatly reduce complications and deaths from blood clots and other vein disorders. It also notes that Vein Week is an international initiative aimed at promoting education and prevention for these conditions, aligning with Florida's efforts to improve patient safety and public awareness, especially given recent legislative actions like the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act which mandates VTE risk screening and the creation of the first blood clot registry in the U.S.