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A resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".
4/24/2024, 2:56 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 661
Bill 118 S.Res. 661, also known as a resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week," was introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize and celebrate the contributions of osteopathic medicine to the healthcare field.
Osteopathic medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on a holistic approach to patient care, taking into account the mind, body, and spirit. Osteopathic physicians, also known as DOs, are trained to treat patients with a whole-person approach, emphasizing preventive care and the body's natural ability to heal itself.
The resolution aims to raise awareness about osteopathic medicine and the important role that DOs play in providing quality healthcare to patients across the country. By designating a specific week to celebrate National Osteopathic Medicine Week, the resolution seeks to highlight the unique contributions of osteopathic physicians and promote the principles of osteopathic medicine. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 661 is a non-partisan effort to recognize and honor the field of osteopathic medicine and the dedicated healthcare professionals who practice it. It serves as a reminder of the importance of holistic healthcare and the impact that osteopathic physicians have on the well-being of patients nationwide.
Osteopathic medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on a holistic approach to patient care, taking into account the mind, body, and spirit. Osteopathic physicians, also known as DOs, are trained to treat patients with a whole-person approach, emphasizing preventive care and the body's natural ability to heal itself.
The resolution aims to raise awareness about osteopathic medicine and the important role that DOs play in providing quality healthcare to patients across the country. By designating a specific week to celebrate National Osteopathic Medicine Week, the resolution seeks to highlight the unique contributions of osteopathic physicians and promote the principles of osteopathic medicine. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 661 is a non-partisan effort to recognize and honor the field of osteopathic medicine and the dedicated healthcare professionals who practice it. It serves as a reminder of the importance of holistic healthcare and the impact that osteopathic physicians have on the well-being of patients nationwide.
Congressional Summary of SRES 661
This resolution designates the week of April 15, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week.
Current Status of Bill SRES 661
Bill SRES 661 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 23, 2024. Bill SRES 661 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 23, 2024. Bill SRES 661's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2994; text: CR S3001) as of April 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 661
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 661
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 661
A resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".
A resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 661
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