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MI HR0268
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/29/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lesia Liss
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AI Summary
- Declares May 2010 as Osteoporosis Awareness Prevention Month in Michigan
- Identifies osteoporosis as a major public health threat affecting an estimated 44 million Americans, or 55 percent of people age 50 and older
- Notes that 10 million Americans currently have osteoporosis and 34 million more have low bone mass placing them at increased risk
- Outlines five prevention steps: obtain daily recommended calcium and vitamin D, engage in regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercise, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol, consult healthcare providers about bone health, and obtain bone density testing with medication when appropriate
- Supports the National Osteoporosis Foundation's goals of reducing osteoporosis prevalence through awareness, education, advocacy, and research programs
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare May 2010 as Osteoporosis Awareness Prevention Month in the state of Michigan.
Osteoporosis Awareness Prevention Month
Last Action
Adopted
4/29/2010
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