As Midwife Jackie and baby Ellie demonstrate the newborn blood spot test (formerly called the heel prick test) is a quick and simple way to check for any of 9 rare but serious conditions. www.pha.site/newborn-screening-hsc #newbornscreening #bloodspottest | Public Health Agency

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month! Newborns can still have a disorder even though they may look healthy. Early diagnosis through screening may reduce morbidity, premature death, intellectual disability, and other developmental disabilities. To learn more about what to expect from your baby's first test, visit alabamapublichealth.gov/newbornscreening/parents.html. | Alabama Public Health