Requires performance of myeloma screening under certain circumstances.
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This bill requires healthcare professionals in New Jersey to screen male patients for myeloma during annual physical examinations. The legislation is based on findings that myeloma is a serious condition, particularly affecting men and African American men, and that there are a significant number of cases and deaths related to the disease in the state. By implementing this screening requirement, the bill aims to improve early detection and potentially improve patient outcomes.
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