Bill > HB1944

This bill mandates that the Tennessee Department of Health will test every newborn for sickle cell trait, a common inherited blood disorder that can cause red blood cells to become misshapen, leading to various health problems. If a newborn's test results indicate the presence of sickle cell trait, the department is required to promptly inform the newborn's parent or legal guardian. This provision amends existing Tennessee law concerning public health and welfare, specifically within Title 68, Chapter 5, which deals with various health-related matters.