REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Proclaim March 2024 as Endometriosis Awareness Month
Report
BACKGROUND
In 1993, eight women started Endometriosis Awareness week. Since then, it has expanded to a full month as Endometriosis Awareness Month.
Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows in other places in the body. It is a common gynecological disease, with primary symptoms including pain and infertility. It is estimated to affect more than 11 percent of women between the ages of 15 and 44. It is especially common among women in their 30s and 40s and may make it harder to get pregnant. There is no cure for endometriosis, but treatments are available for its symptoms. The City of Santa Clara joins other local efforts to bring awareness to this important month, helping those individuals who experience the condition get the diagnosis and healthcare they need.
DISCUSSION
During the March 19, 2024 City Council meeting, the City Council will proclaim March 2024 as Endometriosis Awareness Month in the City of Santa Clara. Local representatives from Democratic Activists for Women Now (DAWN) will be present to accept the proclamation.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an informative report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") is required.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than staff time.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov <mailto:clerk@santaclaraca.gov> or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
Staff
Reviewed by: Fiona Kirby, Management Analyst, City Manager’s Office
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft Proclamation for March 2024 as Endometriosis Awareness Month