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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, A gift of a lifetime is celebrated in the official |
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unveiling, by South Texas Health System, of the Rio Grande Valley's |
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first transplant center on March 8, 2007; and |
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WHEREAS, This center fills a great need and introduces a |
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legacy of hope and awareness for the nearly 20 million Americans |
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suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease and the additional 20 million |
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whom are at risk for this potentially fatal condition, often called |
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a "silent" killer since so many people are not aware they have it; |
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and |
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WHEREAS, Healthcare professionals, patient groups, |
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caregivers and local organizations will convene at the South Texas |
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Transplant Center at McAllen Medical Center to commemorate this |
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monumental occasion; and |
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WHEREAS, In conjunction with "World Kidney Day," observed |
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during "National Kidney Month" in March, the new center represents |
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the effort to direct attention to the vital organs and offer |
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education about the risks of Chronic Kidney Disease. |
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WHEREAS, The South Texas Health System is recognized for its |
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reputation of excellence in providing quality healthcare to the Rio |
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Grande Valley; and |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th |
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Legislature hereby recognize March 8, 2007, as "World Kidney Day" |
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at the State Capitol and extend to the community of McAllen sincere |
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best wishes for efforts in opening the first transplant center in |
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South Texas. |