Establishes a program to increase lung cancer screening awareness and access for first responders and veterans in New Jersey.
The bill establishes the New Jersey First Responder and Veteran Lung Cancer Screening Awareness and Referral Program within the Department of Health. The program aims to increase awareness of and access to lung cancer screening among first responders and veterans, who may face elevated risks due to occupational or service-related exposures. The program will develop and distribute educational materials, maintain a directory of screening facilities, and establish referral protocols.
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