Paraná Proposes Inclusion of Fibromyalgia Symbol in Priority Service Signage to Boost Awareness
Paraná introduces a bill to add the purple butterfly symbol to priority service signs, enhancing recognition and support for fibromyalgia patients.
- • Cristina Silvestri proposed a law to include the purple butterfly symbol for fibromyalgia in priority service signage.
- • The law covers public and private service establishments in Paraná.
- • The initiative aims to raise awareness and respect for fibromyalgia sufferers.
- • Fibromyalgia causes chronic pain, fatigue, and cognitive symptoms that impact quality of life.
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State Deputy Cristina Silvestri of Paraná has introduced Project Law No. 583/2025, aimed at incorporating the purple butterfly symbol—internationally recognized for fibromyalgia—into priority service signs in both public and private establishments. This effort aligns with Federal Law No. 14.705/2023, which acknowledges fibromyalgia as a condition that warrants priority service. Silvestri emphasizes the importance of enhancing visibility for fibromyalgia sufferers, many of whom do not exhibit outward physical signs of the syndrome. The proposed measure is simple, cost-effective, and intended to foster greater social inclusion and respect for those living with fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive changes affecting quality of life. Silvestri has a history of legislative initiatives supporting fibromyalgia patients, including establishing the State Policy for the Protection of the Rights of People with Fibromyalgia and co-authoring the creation of a fibromyalgia identification card in Paraná. This new project signifies an important progression in public policy focused on recognizing and aiding individuals coping daily with this syndrome.