HR 8839
Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act, aims to reduce the rising rates of congenital syphilis in the United States. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide guidance to state Medicaid agencies on how to improve syphilis screening and treatment for pregnant women and newborns. The bill seeks to increase awareness, expand access to testing and treatment, and integrate telehealth services to address disparities in care and prevent severe health outcomes for mothers and infants.
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Primary sponsor
Yadira Caraveo
Cosponsors
Colin Z. Allred
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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