Prenatal information on newborn screening for expecting parents!
Resources
The Ohio Colorectal Cancer Prevention Initiative: A statewide effort to identify Lynch syndrome families
Slides from the webinar presentation by Heather Hampel on March 22, 2016. “The Ohio Colorectal Cancer Prevention Initiative: A statewide effort to identify Lynch syndrome families.”
Kintalk.org – Empowering Families through Communication & Education
Presentation given by Megan Myers about Kintalk.org “Empowering Families through Communication and Education” – Feb. 9, 2016 via webinar.
Cascade Genetic Testing in Families with Lynch Syndrome
PowerPoint presentation by Dr. Elena Stoffel during a webinar hosted by Michigan Cancer Genetics Alliance (MCGA) and MDHHS on January 26, 2016.
MDHHS Cancer Genomics Program
Michigan’s Cancer Genomics Program provides information about hereditary cancer syndromes, such as Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer and Lynch Syndrome. Resources for patients, patient advocates, health care providers, and professionals are available.
Newborn Screening Orders
The Newborn Screening Online (NBSO) order placement website provides access for ordering bloodspot screening cards as well as educational print materials and other resources for newborn screening including Michigan BioTrust for Health, hearing screening, and pulse oximetry screening for critical congenital heart disease.
Link to resource:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73971_4911_71198---,00.html
http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73971_4911_71198---,00.html
1965-2015: Michigan Newborn Screening: A Public Health Success Story
Reflecting on 50 years of Michigan’s Newborn Screening Program.
Link to resource:
http://michigan.gov/documents/mdch/Newborn_Screening_Book_500007_7.pdf
http://michigan.gov/documents/mdch/Newborn_Screening_Book_500007_7.pdf
MI HEARTSafe Schools Map
A map of the current number of MI HEARTSafe Schools per Michigan County.
MiHEARTSafe School Program FAQ
List of common questions, answers and reminders that may help you better understand the application process and the MI HEARTSafe School Program.
September 2015: Newborn Screening Awareness Month
Governor Snyder declares September Newborn Screening Awareness Month.
Link to resource:
http://www.michigan.gov/snyder/0,4668,7-277-57577_59874-363596--,00.html
http://www.michigan.gov/snyder/0,4668,7-277-57577_59874-363596--,00.html