A RESOLUTION to commemorate "International HPV Awareness Day" on March 4, 2023.
Impact
The passing of HJR0235 serves as an official acknowledgment by the Tennessee legislature of the need for educational initiatives targeting HPV prevention. By supporting awareness campaigns, the resolution aims to improve the state's vaccination rates, which currently lag behind recommended levels. Collaborating organizations like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, ImmunizeTN, and various local health entities are recognized for their ongoing efforts to amplify HPV vaccination initiatives and reduce HPV-related cancers in the state.
Summary
House Joint Resolution 235 (HJR0235) commemorates International HPV Awareness Day on March 4, 2023. This resolution highlights the importance of raising awareness about human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus linked to several types of cancer. It emphasizes that almost everyone will be infected with HPV at some point, stressing that certain cancers, particularly cervical and oropharyngeal, have higher incidence rates in Tennessee compared to national averages. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the safety and effectiveness of HPV vaccinations, first recommended in the U.S. in 2006, which offers protection against 90% of HPV-related cancers.
Contention
While resolutions like HJR0235 carry no legal weight, they play a significant role in public health advocacy and education. The resolution fosters collaboration among health organizations and community leaders to create a unified front against HPV. It may also lead to increased funding and publicity for vaccination efforts, balancing the need for public health awareness against potential criticisms regarding personal choice and vaccine hesitancy. Overall, the resolution underlines the urgency of addressing HPV and its health implications through enhanced educational strategies.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.