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MS SC685
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Urges the State Department of Health and medical community to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation risks and treatment options
- Notes atrial fibrillation is the most common heart arrhythmia, affecting an estimated 2.7 to 6.1 million Americans, with prevalence expected to increase with aging population
- States those with atrial fibrillation have a 4 to 5 times greater risk of stroke, and resulting strokes tend to be more severe than strokes from other causes
- Identifies stroke as the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and Mississippi, with over 1,500 Mississippi deaths in 2010 and annual U.S. costs of $34 billion
- Directs resolution be forwarded to the State Department of Health and University Medical Center for distribution to citizens
Legislative Description
Urge medical community to raise awareness about the risks of atrial fibrillation and stroke and availability of treatment.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
4/29/2016
Committee Referrals
Rules4/15/2016
Full Bill Text
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