CTE Awareness Act

The Bill 118 s 3537, also known as the CTE Awareness Act, aims to increase awareness and understanding of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) among the general public, healthcare professionals, and student athletes. CTE is a degenerative brain disease that has been linked to repeated head injuries, particularly in contact sports like football.

The Act requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to develop and implement a national education campaign to raise awareness about CTE. This campaign will include information on the signs and symptoms of CTE, risk factors, prevention strategies, and available resources for individuals affected by the disease.

Additionally, the Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct research on CTE, including studies on the prevalence of the disease, risk factors, and potential treatments. This research will help to further our understanding of CTE and improve diagnosis and treatment options for individuals at risk. Overall, the CTE Awareness Act seeks to educate the public about the dangers of CTE and promote research efforts to better understand and address this serious health issue. By increasing awareness and knowledge about CTE, this legislation aims to protect the health and well-being of student athletes and individuals at risk for this debilitating disease.