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HB 104

Designate Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Sean Brennan and 23 co-sponsors

Ohio designates a cardiovascular health awareness day to promote public education about heart disease prevention and detection.

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Bill Summary · HB 104

Legislative bill overview

HB 104 designates a specific day in Ohio as "Cardiovascular Health Awareness Day" to promote public awareness about heart disease and cardiovascular health. The bill is a commemorative measure that establishes recognition for this health awareness initiative without creating new funding or regulatory requirements.

Why is this important

Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death in Ohio and nationally, making public awareness efforts significant for prevention and early detection. Designating an awareness day can encourage community education, screening events, and individual health assessments, potentially improving public health outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited practical impact: Awareness day designations are largely symbolic and do not allocate resources or mandate specific health programs, raising questions about actual effectiveness in addressing cardiovascular disease
  • Calendar competition: Ohio has numerous designated awareness days; critics may question whether adding another uses legislative time efficiently or dilutes the impact of existing health awareness initiatives
  • Equity concerns: Awareness campaigns may disproportionately reach already-engaged populations while missing higher-risk communities with limited healthcare access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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