HB 3215
Professional Firefighter cancer screening
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a pilot program in West Virginia to offer comprehensive cancer screenings to active and retired firefighters. The program would include a blood test, ultrasound scans, a lung CT if needed, and a skin cancer screening. The State Fire Marshal and Department of Health will jointly administer the program, utilizing preferred vendors for specific screening technologies. Funding will be provided by the state, and the program’s effectiveness will be evaluated through ongoing reports to the Governor and legislative leaders.
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