Increased Funding for Brain Aneurysm Research: $10 Million Annually for NINDS.
This Act authorizes $10 million annually for five years (FY 2024-2028) for the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to conduct comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms. This increased funding aims to improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of a condition affecting 1 in 50 Americans, potentially saving lives and reducing permanent disability. The investment also seeks to mitigate the billions of dollars in healthcare costs associated with aneurysm ruptures.
Key points
Research Funding Boost: Authorizes $10 million per year for five years (2024-2028) specifically for brain aneurysm research, supplementing current low federal spending.
Improved Patient Outcomes: The research will focus on diverse patient populations (age, sex, race) to develop more effective strategies for managing and preventing aneurysm ruptures.
Financial and Health Benefits: The investment seeks to reduce the significant annual healthcare costs and limit the number of deaths and permanent disabilities caused by ruptures.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_902
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2023-02-09