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OH SR198
Resolution
Status
Passed
10/2/2013
Primary Sponsor
Eric Kearney
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and supports the national medication adherence program "Script Your Future" led by the National Consumers League
- Notes that nonadherence to prescribed medications costs the United States an estimated 125,000 deaths and billions of dollars annually
- Emphasizes that medication adherence costs are offset by reduced healthcare expenses, with savings of $7.00 per dollar spent for diabetes, $5.10 for high cholesterol, and $3.98 for high blood pressure
- Encourages consumer education about the importance of taking medications as directed by healthcare providers
- Directs the Senate Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to Ohio news media
Legislative Description
Encouraging participation in the national medication
Last Action
Adopted
10/2/2013
Full Bill Text
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