Designates November as "C. Difficile Awareness Month" in New Jersey to raise awareness about the infection.
New Jersey SJR133 designates November of each year as "C. Difficile Awareness Month" to increase awareness about Clostridioides Difficile, a bacterium causing colon inflammation. The resolution urges citizens and healthcare workers to observe the month with activities and programs. It highlights the importance of education on infection prevention techniques and the significant impact of C. Difficile infections, including high recurrence rates and mortality, especially among older patients. The Governor is requested to issue an annual proclamation for the observance.
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