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S.Res. 56 (109th)

A resolution designating the month of March as Deep-Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month, in memory of journalist David Bloom.

passedUnited States· United States Congress· EN

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16 February 2005

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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S1957)

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10 August 2026

Summary

Designates the month of March as Deep-Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month. Honors the memory of David Bloom (a National Broadcasting Company journalist who died of a pulmonary embolism). Recognizes the importance of raising awareness of deep-vein thrombosis.

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