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Motion · S6M-01110 · 7 Sep 2021

Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week

Lodged by Alex Cole-Hamilton (Scottish Liberal Democrats) Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the week beginning 13 September 2021 as Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week; understands that heart valve disease affects over 1.5 million people over the age of 65 in the UK; further understands that, despite the many advancements in treating the disease, many people are not diagnosed early enough to be treated; applauds the heroic efforts of the NHS in tackling the pandemic, but accepts that a fear of COVID-19 put many patients off visiting healthcare professionals; urges anyone who is experiencing breathlessness or dizziness to visit their GP, and agrees that early detection of heart valve disease will help patients get back to enjoying a good quality of life as quickly as possible.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.