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- Referred to health
- Referred to health
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Title of bill
An act to amend the public health law, in relation to postpartum depression
Purpose
This bill will require the Commissioner of Health to develop policies and procedures to educate and screen new mothers for postpartum depression.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 adds a new section 2507 to the Public Health Law
Section 2 Effective Date
Justification
The birth of a child is a wonderful event in the life of a family. Unfortunately, many mothers experience some form of depression shortly after the birth. By educating families and screening mothers for postpartum depression, we will be better able to ensure that the warning signs do not go unnoticed and that the mother gets the necessary treatment.
Legislative history
S.7913 of 2006 Referred to Health Committee S.3896 of 2007/08 Referred to Health Committee
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the 180th day after it shall have become law; provided, however, that effective immediately, the addition, amendment and/or repeal of any rule or regulation necessary for the implementation of this act on its effective date are authorized and directed to be made and completed on or before such effective date.
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