Illinois declares June 9, 2026, as FSGS Awareness Day to highlight focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) disease.
Illinois SR0757 declares June 9, 2026, as FSGS Awareness Day to raise awareness about focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney disease. FSGS causes scarring in the kidneys, often leading to kidney failure and requiring dialysis or transplants. The resolution highlights the disease's impact on patients, families, and the healthcare system, emphasizing the need for better diagnosis, access to care, and innovative therapies. FSGS disproportionately affects minority populations, particularly African Americans, and incurs significant healthcare costs.
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