Bill > HB1652

This bill amends the Newborn Child Testing Act to add Gaucher disease to the list of conditions that must be screened for in newborn children. Gaucher disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down certain fatty substances, potentially leading to serious health complications. The bill requires the Pennsylvania Department of Health, with approval from the Newborn Screening and Follow-up Technical Advisory Board, to include Gaucher disease screening as part of its existing newborn screening program. The goal of this screening is to help healthcare providers identify potential health risks early and determine if treatment or other services are necessary to prevent intellectual disability, physical disability, or death. The bill will go into effect 60 days after its enactment, which will give healthcare providers and laboratories time to prepare to implement the new screening requirement.

Health and Social Services

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