H.Res. 437 · 114th Congress
Designating September 2015 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Erik Paulsen
- Introduced
- 2015-09-24
- Latest action
- 2015-09-25 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Summary
Supports the designation of Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.)
Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease.
Recognizes the courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials.
Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.