Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025, as Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day in the State of New York

This resolution memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 17, 2025, as Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Awareness Day in New York. It seeks to raise public awareness about NEC, a severe intestinal condition primarily affecting premature infants that contributes to high infant mortality, significant healthcare costs (estimated at $200,000+ per case), and disproportionate impacts on Black infants. The resolution highlights breast milk as a key preventive measure and acknowledges the work of the NEC Society in advancing research and advocacy for affected families.