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IL SJR0117
Joint Resolution
Status
Engrossed
4/22/2010
Primary Sponsor
Antonio Munoz
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AI Summary
- Expresses support for the Illinois Alzheimer's Disease and Other Related Dementia State Plan as a blueprint for addressing Alzheimer's disease in the state
- Notes that 5.3 million people in the United States live with Alzheimer's disease, with a new diagnosis occurring every 70 seconds
- Identifies Alzheimer's disease as the seventh-leading cause of death overall and the fifth-leading cause of death for people aged 65 and older
- States that over 210,000 Illinoisans currently live with Alzheimer's disease, with an expected 14% increase over the next 15 years
- Recognizes the collaborative development of the state plan by researchers, physicians, healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and state agencies including the Illinois Department of Public Health
Legislative Description
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE STATE PLAN
Last Action
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
11/10/2010
Committee Referrals
Public Health4/13/2010
Assignments3/23/2010
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