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Evidence-Informed Health Promotion Act
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Introduced on October 29, 2024 by
Nicholas A. Langworthy
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Last updated 12/17/2024
Amends the Older Americans Act of 1965 to enhance support for health outcomes among older adults.
Requires the Assistant Secretary for Aging to provide information and technical assistance to states, area agencies on aging, and service providers.
Focuses on the implementation of evidence-informed practices that are likely to improve health outcomes.
Modifies existing provisions related to services and practices to include evidence-informed approaches.
Updates sections concerning disease prevention and health promotion services to incorporate evidence-informed practices.
Expands the definition of falls prevention and chronic disease self-management education to include evidence-informed practices.