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Newborn Screening is a vital public health program that identifies conditions that can affect a child's long-term health or survival. Early detection, diagnosis, and intervention can prevent death or disability and enable children to reach their full potential. The following personal stories are a snapshot of how Newborn Screening can affect the entire trajectory of a family’s future.

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National Center for Environmental Health; Division of Laboratory Sciences
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Published: August 28, 2024
Updated: September 17, 2026

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