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<ns0:Title> Relative to Long COVID Awareness Day. </ns0:Title>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions of individuals globally, leading to unprecedented health, social, and economic challenges; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, While many individuals recover from COVID-19 within weeks, a significant number of people experience lingering symptoms and complications that persist for months, commonly referred to as Long COVID or post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC); and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Long COVID manifests through a wide range of symptoms, including, but not limited to, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, respiratory problems, cardiovascular issues, and mental health challenges, impacting the quality of life and daily functioning of affected individuals; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Current research indicates that Long COVID can affect people of all ages, including children, regardless of the severity of their initial COVID-19 infection; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, There is evidence that vaccination against COVID-19 significantly reduces the risk of severe illness and complications, including the likelihood of developing Long COVID; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, It is crucial to continue promoting COVID-19 vaccinations to protect individuals from severe disease and to potentially mitigate the long-term impacts of the virus; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, There is a critical need for increased public awareness and understanding of Long COVID to support those affected, promote early recognition, and encourage the development of effective treatments and interventions; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Health care providers, researchers, and public health officials must collaborate to improve diagnostic criteria, treatment protocols, and support systems for individuals suffering from Long COVID; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, It is essential to support and advocate for Long COVID patients in their journey toward recovery, ensuring they have access to appropriate health care, rehabilitation services, and workplace accommodations; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, Raising awareness about Long COVID will foster greater empathy, reduce stigma, and enhance the collective efforts to address this emerging public health challenge; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The first Monday in March marks COVID-19 Memorial Day, an opportunity for remembrance of those we lost, recognition of caregivers’ efforts, and reflection on lessons learned for future preparedness; and</html:p>
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<html:p>WHEREAS, The Legislature urges all residents to educate themselves about Long COVID, support those who are affected, get vaccinated against COVID-19, and contribute to the ongoing efforts to combat this condition through research, advocacy, and community engagement; now, therefore, be it</html:p>
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<html:i>Resolved by the Senate of the State of California,</html:i>
That the day of March 15, 2025, is Long COVID Awareness Day; and be it further
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That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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