Bill > SB20

This bill enacts a new section in the Ohio Revised Code to officially designate the first week of May as "Ohio Stroke Awareness Week." By creating this formal designation, the bill aims to draw public attention to stroke prevention, recognition of stroke symptoms, and the importance of rapid medical response when a stroke occurs. Strokes are serious medical emergencies where blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either by a blockage or a burst blood vessel, which can cause significant brain damage or death. The creation of an official awareness week provides an opportunity for health organizations, medical professionals, and community groups to educate Ohioans about stroke risk factors, warning signs, and potential treatments. While the bill does not establish specific programs or funding, it serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight a critical public health issue and potentially encourage more proactive healthcare behaviors among residents of Ohio.

Health and Social Services

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb20