Federal Government Considers Changes to Newborn Screening Advisory Committee, Raising Concerns Over Condition Recommendations

The federal government is considering changes to its newborn screening advisory committee. The potential changes involve cutting the committee, which raises questions about the government’s understanding of the group’s purpose and signals a possible shift in policy. The advisory committee plays a crucial role in newborn screening programs. It advises the government on which conditions to screen for in newborns. This advice ensures early detection and treatment of potentially life-threatening diseases. Therefore, any changes to the committee’s structure or function could have significant implications for newborn health.

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Date: April 24, 2025

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Mark Chiang

紐約 NYU Computer Science 碩士 紐澤西 UMDNJ Biomedical Informatics 博士 中研院博士後 台灣大學博士後