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Title 22, §1642: Down syndrome
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Ch. 266-A Contents
Chapter 266-A: INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES
§1642. Down syndrome
The department shall establish, maintain and operate an information service for Down syndrome. For the purposes of this section, "Down syndrome" means a chromosomal condition caused by an error in cell division that results in the presence of an extra whole or partial copy of chromosome 21. [2015, c. 269, §1 (NEW).]
[ 2015, c. 269, §1 (NEW) .]
A. Up-to-date evidence-based written information about Down syndrome that includes physical, developmental, educational and psychosocial outcomes, life expectancy, clinical course and intellectual and functional development and treatment options. The information must have been reviewed by established medical experts in the field and national Down syndrome organizations; and [2015, c. 269, §1 (NEW).]
B. Contact information regarding support programs and services, including information hotlines specific to Down syndrome, resource centers and clearinghouses, national, statewide and local Down syndrome organizations and other educational and support programs. [2015, c. 269, §1 (NEW).]
2015, c. 269, §1 (NEW).