PREVENT DIABETES Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:06:59Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7856 PREVENT DIABETES Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7856

The PREVENT DIABETES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7856, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the growing issue of diabetes in the country. The bill focuses on prevention efforts to reduce the prevalence of diabetes and its associated health complications.

The main provisions of the bill include funding for research on diabetes prevention strategies, such as lifestyle interventions and community-based programs. It also calls for increased education and awareness campaigns to promote healthy behaviors and early detection of diabetes.

Additionally, the PREVENT DIABETES Act seeks to improve access to preventive services for individuals at risk of developing diabetes, such as screenings and counseling. The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations to effectively address the diabetes epidemic. Overall, the PREVENT DIABETES Act aims to reduce the burden of diabetes on individuals, families, and the healthcare system by focusing on prevention efforts and promoting healthy lifestyles.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7856

Bill HR 7856 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2024. Bill HR 7856 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2024. Bill HR 7856's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7856

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7856

PREVENT DIABETES ActPREVENT DIABETES ActPromoting Responsible and Effective Virtual Experiences through Novel Technology to Deliver Improved Access and Better Engagement with Tested and Evidence-based Strategies ActTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of the Medicare Diabetes Prevention program, and for other purposes.

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