Fibromyalgia is a disorder which results in chronic widespread pain along with debilitating fatigue, abnormal sleep patterns, bowel disturbances and cognitive dysfunction. The cause of fibromyalgia is not known, but altered function of the central nervous system is thought to be a possible cause. Genetic disposition is also a possible cause.
The Missouri General Assembly will be considering legislation to create a state fibromyalgia awareness and outreach campaign.
The bill, sponsored by Representative Shalonn Curls, of Kansas City, would require the Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services to appoint, convene and support a voluntary Fibromyalgia Panel. The pane would have 2 directives:
1. Raise “at least $50,000” through private funding to mount a state fibromyalgia education and outreach campaign, targeting needs such as early diagnosis & treatment and improved quality of life, and in consultation with the National Fibromyalgia Association.
2. Work with other agencies at the state and local levels to promote delivery of Fibromyalgia education and training to doctors and other healthcare professionals.
The bill would also allow doctors, and others authorized to prescribe medication, to override restrictions on medications for treatment of fibromyalgia imposed by pharmacy benefit managers – in carefully defined circumstances and “to the extent that the Panel obtains private funding for the purpose.”
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Originally posted 2008-03-03 18:37:39. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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