

Baby's First Test
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Baby's First Test is the nation's newborn screening education resource center for families and health professionals.







What are Congenital Heart Defects (#CHD)❓ CHDs are present at birth and can affect the structure of a baby’s heart and the way it works. To learn more about CHD and access our support resources swipe to learn more➡️ Information provided by @CDC 🔗mendedhearts.org/topic/congenit…










The Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children voted Tuesday, January 30, 2024 to add #Krabbe to the RUSP. This recommendation will now go to the Secretary of HHS for approval. #newbornscreening #NBS #genetics



Join us on Jan. 26 for a public information-gathering session from the Committee on #NewbornScreening: Current Landscape and Future Directions. Register to attend here: ow.ly/BLPN50QrwEk #HealthEquity #Bioethics





Did you know that the majority of rare genetic diseases begin in childhood? These conditions can have a profound impact on a child’s life.🧬 This Rare Disease Day, let's raise collectively raise awareness and advocate! #RareDiseaseDay #ShareYourColours



