Addition of Spinal Muscular Atrophy to the Michigan Newborn Screening Program

Year: 2019

Resolution Number: 14

Action Taken: Approved

Status:

Author(s): Mara Bezerko, Emma Frost, Jennifer Jess, and Sara Teising

Sponsor: Emma Frost

On behalf of: Medical Student Section

Committee: D (Public Health)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS advocate for the inclusion of spinal muscular atrophy in the Michigan Newborn Screening Program.

Fiscal Note: $25,000 or more as this resolution directs MSMS to engage in governmental advocacy.

Resolution: View PDF for Addition of Spinal Muscular Atrophy to the Michigan Newborn Screening Program

For More Information, Contact:

Rebecca Blake , Senior Director
Health Care Delivery and Education
517-336-5732
rblake@msms.org