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ID SCR112
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
2/20/2012
Primary Sponsor
Health and Welfare Committee
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AI Summary
- Approximately 26,000 Idahoans are currently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, with projections showing a significant increase through 2025
- Idaho is projected to have the fifth highest increase in Alzheimer's disease cases among all U.S. states over the next several years
- Idaho's mortality rate from Alzheimer's disease consistently exceeds the national average, and 41% of residents in Idaho nursing homes have moderate to severe dementia
- Legislature endorses the Idaho Alzheimer's Planning Group and its efforts to develop a comprehensive statewide plan to address Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
- Legislature supports public education efforts, statewide data collection and analysis, and recommendations for programs and strategies to meet the needs of patients, families, and caregivers
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and acknowledging the seriousness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias in Idaho by endorsing the Idaho Alzheimer's Planning Group and supporting its comprehensive approach to the development of a statewide plan to address the needs of people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, their family members and caregivers.
ALZHEIMER'S PLANNING GROUP
Last Action
Rpt delivered to Secretary of State on 03/26
3/26/2012
Committee Referrals
Health and Welfare2/21/2012
Health and Welfare1/30/2012
Full Bill Text
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