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SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION

 
2    WHEREAS, Scarring alopecia, also known as cicatricial 
3alopecia, refers to a group of rare disorders that destroys 
4hair follicles, replaces them with scar tissue, and causes 
5permanent hair loss; and
 
6    WHEREAS, Scarring alopecia can affect individuals of all 
7ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds, and it can have 
8profound physical, emotional, and psychological impacts on 
9those affected; and
 
10    WHEREAS, Early diagnosis and appropriate medical 
11intervention are critical to slowing the progression of 
12scarring alopecia and preserving existing hair and scalp 
13health; and
 
14    WHEREAS, Public awareness about scarring alopecia remains 
15low, often resulting in delayed diagnoses, limited access to 
16specialized care, and a lack of understanding about the 
17experiences of those living with the condition; and
 
18    WHEREAS, Organizations, healthcare providers, 
19researchers, and patient advocates are working diligently to 
20promote awareness, advance research, support affected 
21individuals, and improve treatments and outcomes for those 
 
 
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2    WHEREAS, Designating September as Scarring Alopecia 
3Awareness Month will help educate the public, support affected 
4individuals, and encourage further research into effective 
5treatments and a potential cure; therefore, be it
 
6    RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL 
7ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE HOUSE OF 
8REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING HEREIN, that we declare September 
92025 as Scarring Alopecia Awareness Month in the State of 
10Illinois to help bring attention to and educate the public on 
11scarring alopecia.