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Office of Newborn Screening

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  • May is Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Awareness Month. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly prolong and enhance the quality of life for those with CF. Learn more about CF on our 50 Years of Newborn Screening page.
  • May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. The earlier children with hearing loss start getting services, the more likely they are to reach their full potential. Learn more about hearing loss on our 50 Years of Newborn Screening page.
  • The NCAA now requires confirmation of Sickle Cell Trait status in Division III athletes. Information on how to obtain Sickle Cell Trait status can be found on our Disorder Information for Parents page.

The Office of Newborn Screening, a division of Public Health Preparedness within the Department of Health Services is charged with the responsibility of ensuring that the testing for congenital disorders and the reporting of hearing test results are conducted in an effective and efficient manner. The program provides education to the general public, the medical community, parents and professional groups. The state laboratory is the only testing facility for the program. Learn more by reading ARS § 36-694.

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