Requires hospitals to notify family of patient release following drug overdose.
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- Introduced
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Overview
This bill requires New Jersey hospitals to make an effort to notify a patient’s family when a patient is released after receiving treatment for a drug overdose. The hospital must attempt to contact a family member within 72 hours of the release, provided they have contact information and it aligns with privacy laws. This aims to provide families with information about their loved one’s overdose and discharge from the hospital. The bill is intended to support families and potentially aid in recovery efforts.
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Douglas Steinhardt
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