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MS SC618

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/20/2018

Primary Sponsor

Terry Burton

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates September 2018 as "Pain Awareness Month in Mississippi" to raise awareness about chronic pain affecting citizens
  • Notes that over 100 million adults suffer from chronic pain including lower back pain, fibromyalgia, and arthritis, costing America up to $635 billion annually in health costs and lost productivity
  • Directs state government agencies to examine implementing recommendations from the 2011 Institute of Medicine report "Relieving Pain in America" to improve pain care, education, and research
  • Encourages Mississippi citizens to become informed about chronic pain impacts and support organizations seeking adequate pain care solutions
  • Requires transmission of resolution to the State Board of Health for distribution

Legislative Description

Recognizing September 2018 as "Pain Awareness Month in Mississippi."

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/20/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules3/5/2018

Full Bill Text

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