Current through Public Act 103-1052
Section 20 ILCS 2310/2310-378 - Wilson's disease(a) The Illinois General Assembly finds and declares the following: (1) Wilson's disease is an inherited disorder in which excessive amounts of copper accumulate in the body and can cause liver disease and neurological or psychiatric disorders; and(2) Successful treatment is available for sufferers of Wilson's disease but, without proper treatment, the disease is generally fatal by the age of 30.(b) Subject to appropriation, the Department shall: (i) conduct a public health information campaign for physicians, hospitals, health facilities, public health departments, and the general public on Wilson's disease, methods of care, and treatment modalities available; (ii) identify and catalog Wilson's disease resources in this State for distribution and referral purposes; and (iii) coordinate services with established programs, including State, federal, and voluntary groups. Added by P.A. 093-0129, § 5, eff. 1/1/2004.