Credit: Tom Sofield/LevittownNow.com
April has been designated Limb Loss Awareness Month in Pennsylvania.
State Sen. Chuck McIlhinney (R-10) approved the resolution this week along with his colleagues in Harrisburg. The designation is part of a movement to raise awareness of the struggles faced by peopled affected by limb loss.
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“The difficulties faced by amputees are not only physical, but emotional, mental and financial as well,” McIlhinney said in a statement. “The general public is often unaware of the challenges faced by the amputee community. Raising awareness of these issues is the best way to honor their struggle.”
McIlhinney noted “Brett Waple son of my Executive Director Gail Reinard had partial amputation of his foot several years ago and John Platek, husband of my Chief of Staff Heather Cevasco, had his left leg amputated below the knee two years ago this month.”
From McIlhinney’s office:
According to Amputee Coalition of America, a national non-profit organization dedicated to supporting those who are affected by limb loss, more than 2 million Americans have experienced amputation or were born with limb difference. Each day, more than 500 U.S. residents lose a limb.
