[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E243]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  COMMEMORATING THE INTERNATONAL DAY OF AWARENESS FOR CYCLIC VOMITING 
                                SYNDROME

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 5, 2019

  Mr. LaHOOD. Madam Speaker, today I would like to recognize the 
International Day of Awareness for Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS).
  CVS is a rare condition that impacts both children and adults, 
causing severe nausea attacks that can last between several hours and 
several days. The cause of CVS is still unknown. Through research and 
education in the United States and in over thirty other countries, the 
Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome Association (CVSA) is working to develop a 
cure for those affected by CVS. Founded in 1993, CVSA started modestly 
with eighteen families and a few medical professionals. All those 
involved were dedicated to working towards a cure for the debilitating 
condition and through their hard work the organization has grown into 
an international coalition fostering research and providing resources 
and support for families suffering with CVS.
  The Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome Association advocates tirelessly to make 
others aware of how challenging CVS can be, and how important it is to 
find a cure. With assistance from the North American Society for 
Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition and the American 
Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society, the CVSA produced the 
necessary guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of both pediatric 
and adult CVS and in 2012, supported a breakthrough in treating CVS 
with the establishment of the first emergency room protocol model.
  As we recognize the International Day of Awareness for CVS, I know 
they will continue to advocate for the advancement of medical 
procedures, continued research and public awareness for this disease 
and the patient community.

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