S.Res. 454 · 110th Congress
A resolution designating the month of March 2008 as "MRSA Awareness Month".
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Recognizes: (1) the need to apply what is already known about reducing the transmission of infections in hospitals, effectively using diagnostics, and ensuring appropriate use of antibiotics to meet patient and public health needs; (2) the need to pursue operational research to find the best ways of preventing hospital- and community-acquired…
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · Feb 14, 2008
Designates March 2008 as MRSA Awareness Month.
Recognizes: (1) the need to apply what is already known about reducing the transmission of infections in hospitals, effectively using diagnostics, and ensuring appropriate use of antibiotics to meet patient and public health needs; (2) the need to pursue operational research to find the best ways of preventing hospital- and community-acquired Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and developing new antibiotics for improving care for MRSA patients; and (3) the importance of raising awareness of MRSA and methods of preventing MRSA infections.
Expresses support for the work of advocates, healthcare practitioners, and science-based experts in educating, supporting, and providing hope for individuals and their families affected by community and healthcare associated infections.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution designating the month of March 2008 as "MRSA Awareness Month".
Latest action (Feb 14, 2008): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1072)
Policy area: Health · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Feb 14, 2008
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No recorded floor vote found.