Bill > SB2753

This bill directs the Mississippi State Department of Health, in collaboration with the Division of Aging and Adult Services, to enhance existing public health outreach programs with comprehensive information about brain health and dementia. Specifically, the bill requires the department to develop educational initiatives that increase public understanding of brain health, dementia risk reduction, early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, and the importance of early detection. The public awareness programs must provide clear, easy-to-understand guidance and prioritize populations at higher risk of developing dementia. Additionally, the bill mandates that healthcare provider education programs focus on cognitive impairment, including training on risk reduction, validated assessment tools, the value of cognitive assessments during Medicare Annual Wellness Visits, and care planning techniques for individuals with cognitive challenges. The educational efforts aim to improve awareness, early detection, and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for the department to develop and implement these new educational components within existing programs.

Health and Social Services

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