Bill > SB454

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to update its existing public health outreach programs to include information about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, provided that resources are available. Specifically, the DHHS's bureau of adult and aging services will work with the division of public health to incorporate details on early signs, the importance of early detection and diagnosis, the connection between dementia and other chronic conditions, and lifestyle choices that promote brain health. The bill also mandates that healthcare providers be educated on risk reduction, early detection tools, the value of Medicare annual wellness visits for cognitive health, FDA-approved treatments, and available resources for those affected by dementia. Furthermore, the DHHS will report every two years on its progress in integrating this information into state programs, and the legislature intends for the department to seek federal or private funding to support these efforts, aligning with initiatives like the CDC's Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map.

Health and Social Services

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