Proclamation List- Cystinuria Awareness Day

By virtue of the authority vested by the Constitution of Virginia in the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, there is hereby officially recognized:

Cystinuria Awareness Day

WHEREAS, cystinuria is a chronic genetic condition characterized by excessive cystine in the urine, leading to the formation of cystine stones in the kidney, ureter, and bladder; and

WHEREAS, approximately one in every 7,000 Americans is affected by cystinuria, with the majority of patients presenting with symptomatic stones before the age of 30; and

WHEREAS, cystinuria patients often endure episodes of debilitating pain or renal colic, nausea, vomiting, and recurrent urinary tract infections, and typically require numerous surgical interventions for stone removal, which can cause physical, emotional, and financial strain on patients and their families; and

WHEREAS, affected individuals may suffer from potentially serious medical complications such as hypertension, renal insufficiency, and, rarely, kidney failure; and

WHEREAS, studies have demonstrated that individuals with cystinuria have a lower health-related quality of life than the general population, specifically in areas of general health, bodily pain, and mental health; and

WHEREAS, although there is no cure for cystinuria, early diagnosis and management with dietary measures and medications can help prevent stone formation and limit long-term kidney damage; and

WHEREAS, this day is designated to raise awareness of cystinuria and the importance of early diagnosis and management, provide support to those who have this disease, and promote research to improve screening and treatments;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Glenn Youngkin, do hereby recognize June 24, 2025, as CYSTINURIA AWARENESS DAY in the COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA, and I call this observance to the attention of all of our citizens.

Governor of Virginia

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