Ark. Code Ann. § 20-15-1404: Evaluation by the Department of Health

The Department of Health may evaluate any or all of the following:

(1) The research on osteoporosis being conducted within the state;

(2) The available technical assistance, educational materials, and osteoporosis programs nationwide;

(3) The level of public and professional awareness about osteoporosis;

(4) The needs of osteoporosis patients, their families, and their caregivers;

(5) The needs of healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and managed care organizations, in regard to caring for the osteoporosis patient;

(6) The services available to the osteoporosis patient;

(7) The existence of osteoporosis treatment programs;

(8) The existence of osteoporosis support groups; and

(9) The existence of rehabilitation services for osteoporosis patients.