Title 31, Chapter 42, Section 2
( 31-42-2)
The purposes of this chapter are, to the extent funds are available: (1) To create a multigenerational, state-wide program to promote
awareness and knowledge about osteoporosis, risk factors,
prevention, detection, and treatment options; (2) To facilitate understanding of osteoporosis with educational
materials, information about research, services, and strategies
for prevention and treatment; (3) To utilize educational and training resources of organizations
with expertise and knowledge of osteoporosis; (4) To evaluate the quality and accessibility of osteoporosis
services of community based services; (5) To provide easy access to clear, complete, and accurate
osteoporosis information and referral services; (6) To educate and train service providers, health professionals,
and physicians; and to heighten awareness about the prevention,
detection, and treatment of osteoporosis among health and human
service officials, health educators, and policy makers; and (7) To promote the development of support groups for osteoporosis
patients and their families and caregivers. |