Massachusetts H2422 establishes a public information and education program on Parkinson's disease.

Massachusetts H2422 mandates the Department of Public Health to create a public information and education program on Parkinson's disease. This program will cover the disease's causes, diagnostic procedures, lifestyle issues, and available services. The department will also develop informational booklets and make them available to health care facilities, professionals, and the public. Additionally, the department will create a list of specialized service providers for Parkinson's disease, though it will not endorse specific programs or centers. The act takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Massachusetts H2422 establishes a public information and education program on Parkinson's disease.

Massachusetts H2422 mandates the Department of Public Health to create a public information and education program on Parkinson's disease. This program will cover the disease's causes, diagnostic procedures, lifestyle issues, and available services. The department will also develop informational booklets and make them available to health care facilities, professionals, and the public. Additionally, the department will create a list of specialized service providers for Parkinson's disease, though it will not endorse specific programs or centers. The act takes effect 180 days after enactment.