An Act relative to type 1 diabetes informational materials for the parents and guardians of students
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Overview
This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, in collaboration with other relevant entities, to create informational materials about type 1 diabetes for the parents and guardians of students. These materials will be made available to schools and will need to be provided to parents or guardians when a student is first enrolled in elementary school and again upon entry into grade 6. The information will cover the nature of the disease, warning signs, screening processes, and recommended treatment plans.
Key provisions
- The Department of Public Health will develop informational materials on type 1 diabetes.
- Materials must be updated periodically and accessible online.
- School districts and charter schools must provide the materials to parents/guardians upon enrollment and grade 6.
- Materials will include a description of type 1 diabetes and its risk factors.
- Recommendations for immediate medical consultation are included if warning signs are observed.
- Information on screening processes and test results will be provided.
- Guidance on developing a treatment plan following a diagnosis is included.
- The materials will cover consultation with specialists, such as endocrinologists.
Who is affected
- Parents and guardians of students
- School districts
- Charter schools
- Students with type 1 diabetes
- Healthcare providers
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Public Health
Cosponsor
Jessica Ann Giannino
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