Parents in Missouri traveled to the state capitol to voice their support for a piece of legislation that would give better medical coverage to people with eating disorders.

"[The bill] was filed Friday by state representatives Rachel Storch (D) and Rick Stream (R). The bill would ensure patients with eating disorders are given the same level of insurance coverage as those with other medical conditions."

If the bill passes, Missouri will become the latest in a succession of states that now require comparable medical coverage for people with eating disorders.

It is estimated that as many as nine million Americans suffer from eating disorders. Source: KSDK Channel 5 (St. Louis)

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