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This bill proclaims Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week in New York, aiming to increase public understanding and promote early detection of this neurological disorder, which can result from long-term medication use.
The purpose of this bill is to memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 5-11, 2025 as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in the State of New York. The bill aims to increase public awareness and understanding of tardive dyskinesia, a neurological disorder that can be a side effect of long-term use of certain medications.
The bill calls on the Governor to officially designate May 5-11, 2025 as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week in New York. During this week, the state would be encouraged to:
The bill also urges healthcare providers to prioritize screening and monitoring for tardive dyskinesia, particularly in patients taking antipsychotic or other medications that carry this risk.
This bill is intended to benefit individuals diagnosed with or at risk of developing tardive dyskinesia, as well as their families and caregivers. It may also impact healthcare providers, including psychiatrists, neurologists, and primary care physicians, by encouraging them to be more vigilant about screening and managing this condition.
This bill was introduced in the New York State Assembly on January 30, 2025 and was subsequently adopted. The designated Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week would take place annually, beginning on the first Monday of May, as long as the Governor's proclamation remains in effect.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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