Requires health care professionals to perform lead screening on pregnant persons under certain circumstances.
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Overview
This bill requires health care professionals providing prenatal maternity care to assess pregnant individuals for potential lead exposure risk factors and elevated blood lead levels, aligning with federal and state guidelines. If a screening is needed but cannot be performed, the professional must refer the patient to another provider. If elevated levels are detected, the professional must notify the patient in writing, explain the significance of lead poisoning, and ensure that children under six in the household are also screened. The bill also establishes reporting requirements for laboratories and maintains a confidential database of screenings.
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