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2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-105 - Establishment of clinics for vaccinations

(a)
It is the duty of each county board of health to establish one (1) or more clinics in each county for the purpose of providing vaccinations or inoculations, or both, to prevent the introduction and spread of communicable diseases in the county. Each county board of health shall follow the recommendations of the state department of health as to the procedures necessary to provide immunity for each disease for which an immunizing agent is available and supplied by the department. No restriction shall be applied as to the eligibility of any person to receive an immunizing agent supplied by the department, except the restrictions that may be included in the recommendations of the department.
(b)
If any county board of health fails or refuses to carry out this section, the department is authorized to make provision for these services, and the cost of these services shall be paid from the joint budget of the local full time public health service cooperating with the department. In the event no local full-time public health service exists, the cost of these vaccination or inoculation services shall be paid from any grant-in-aid funds available to the county under §
68-2-901
.
(c)
It is the legislative intent of this section to establish through the department, on a statewide basis, a uniform minimum vaccination and immunization program. Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting county boards of health established and operating in accordance with chapter 2 of this title, or their counterparts in office established under private acts, from adopting and enforcing such regulations as may be reasonable and necessary to prevent the introduction of, or to arrest the progress of, communicable diseases within their jurisdictions.
(d)
Any vaccination or inoculation required for international travel that is provided by a public clinic shall be available to a person residing outside the county but within the state in which the clinic is located at the same cost as charged to individuals residing within the county where the clinic is located, when the vaccination or inoculation is unavailable at a public clinic in the person's home county. This subsection (d) shall not apply in any county having a population of not less than two hundred eighty-five thousand (285,000) nor more than two hundred eighty-six thousand (286,000), according to the 1990 federal census or any subsequent federal census.
Acts 1905, ch. 519, § 8; Shan., § 3114a7; mod. Code 1932, § 5798; Acts 1967, ch. 41, § 1; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 53-613; Acts 1997 , ch. 519, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-106 - Physician giving fraudulent certificate - Penalty

Any physician fraudulently giving a certificate of sickness or of vaccination to prevent vaccination commits a Class C misdemeanor.
Amended by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 513, s 6, eff. 5/25/2021.
Acts 1905, ch. 519, § 9; Shan., § 3114a8; Code 1932, § 5799; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 53-614; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-107 - Reports of city and county boards to department

It is the duty of each city or county board of health to make such reports, including special reports within their jurisdiction, as the state department of health may require, in such manner, form and times as may be set out in the rules and regulations of the department.
Acts 1905, ch. 519, § 11; Shan., § 3114a10; impl. am. Acts 1923, ch. 7, § 46; mod. Code 1932, § 5801; modified; Acts 1957, ch. 14, § 3; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 53-616.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-108 - Violations - Penalties

(a)
Any person mentioned in this part, unless the penalty is prescribed in this part, who willfully neglects or refuses to comply with any of the provisions of this part, commits a Class C misdemeanor. Upon complaint from any health authority, it is the duty of the district attorney general to prosecute the violation of this part.
(b)
Any person having reason at the time to believe that such person is afflicted with any contagious disease who voluntarily goes upon any public highway or street, or to any place at which people are accustomed to collect or assemble, or who enters or goes on board any steamboat, railroad car or other public conveyance, or any person who knowingly aids or assists anyone thus to offend, commits a Class C misdemeanor.
Acts 1905, ch. 519, §§ 13, 14; Shan., §§ 3114a12, 3114a13; Code 1932, §§ 5803, 5804; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-618, 53-619; modified; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-109 - Failure of local board to carry out provisions

Whenever a local board or department of health, either municipal or county, willfully neglects or refuses to comply with this part, and it is apparent that an epidemic of a communicable disease is threatened to invade other municipalities or counties, it then becomes the duty of the state department of health to carry out this part in such municipality or county, as the case may be, and the necessary expense incurred by the department of health in carrying out these provisions shall be paid by the respective municipality or county, as the case may be, to the commissioner of finance and administration, and the commissioner shall place the payment to the credit of the department.
Acts 1905, ch. 519, § 15; Shan., § 3114a14; Code 1932, § 5805; impl. am. Acts 1937, ch. 33, §§ 24, 29; impl. am. Acts 1959, ch. 9, § 3; impl. am. Acts 1961, ch. 97, § 3; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 53-620.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-110 - Information on pertussis vaccine

In accordance with the latest recommendations of the advisory committee on immunization practices of the centers for disease control and prevention, during the postpartum period and prior to discharge, each hospital shall provide parents of newborns educational information on pertussis disease and the availability of a vaccine to protect against pertussis. This educational information shall include, but is not limited to, information on the center for disease control and prevention's recommendation that parents and caregivers receive Tdap during the postpartum period to protect their newborns from the transmission of pertussis. Nothing in this section shall require any hospital to provide or pay for any vaccination against pertussis. This section also shall not constitute a requirement to be assessed during any inspection under chapter 11, part 2 of this title.
Acts 2011, ch. 56, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-111 - Educational information on influenza and availability of vaccine

(a)
In accordance with the latest recommendations of the advisory committee on immunization practices of the centers for disease control and prevention, each hospital shall between the dates of August 1 through March 31 and prior to patient discharge, provide to patients or inform patients where they can find educational information on influenza disease and the availability of a vaccine to protect against the influenza virus. The educational information shall include, but is not limited to, the causes and symptoms of influenza disease, the effectiveness and known contraindications of influenza immunizations and the means by which influenza is spread. This information shall be provided to all patients aged six (6) months and older and may be provided to a parent or legal guardian of patients aged six (6) months through eighteen (18) years of age.
(b)
Nothing in this section shall require any hospital to provide or pay for any vaccination against influenza.
(c)
This section shall also not constitute a requirement to be assessed during any inspection under chapter 11, part 2 of this title.
Added by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 60,s 1, eff. 7/1/2013.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-112 - Making available information and instruction concerning the appropriate use and techniques of infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

(a)
An obstetrical provider who treats a prenatal patient on at least two (2) different occasions shall make available information and instruction concerning the appropriate use and techniques of infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to at least one (1) future parent or caregiver.
(b)
A hospital or birthing center where a baby is born shall make available information and instruction concerning the appropriate use and techniques of infant CPR to at least one (1) parent or caregiver before the newborn is discharged from the facility.
(c)
A primary care provider who treats a newborn in an ambulatory care setting within twenty-eight (28) days after the date of birth shall make available information and instruction concerning the appropriate use and techniques of infant CPR to at least one (1) parent or caregiver.
(d)
Nothing in this section shall require classes in certification of infant CPR. This section shall also not constitute a requirement to be assessed during any inspection under chapter 11, part 2 of this title.
(e)
Any facility or practitioner acting within the scope of their licensure or practice shall be immune from any civil or administrative liability under this section and shall have an affirmative defense to any criminal liability arising from making such information available.
(f)
This section shall be known and may be cited as the "Blakeleigh Rone Act."
Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 594,s 1, eff. 7/1/2014.
Added by 2013 Tenn. Acts, ch. 197,s 1, eff. 7/1/2013.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-113 - Cytomegalovirus - Information - Liability

(a)
As used in this section, "CMV" means cytomegalovirus.
(b)
If a healthcare provider as defined by §
63-6-703
, who assumes responsibility for the prenatal care of either pregnant women during gestation or women who may become pregnant, has determined that a patient is at risk of contracting CMV, the healthcare provider or the healthcare provider's facility shall inform that patient regarding:
(1)
The incidence of CMV;
(2)
The transmission of CMV to at-risk women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant;
(3)
Birth defects caused by congenital CMV;
(4)
Methods of diagnosing congenital CMV; and
(5)
Available preventative measures.
(c)
Healthcare providers covered under subsection (b) are encouraged to provide all other patients with information identifying where the patients can learn about CMV.
(d)
(1)
Nothing in this section shall be construed to create or impose liability for failing to comply with the requirements of this section.
(2)
Nothing in this section shall be deemed to create a duty of care or other legal obligation beyond the requirements set forth in this section.
Added by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 625, s 1, eff. 7/1/2016.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-114 - Chronic Disease Prevention Act

(a)
This section shall be known and may be cited as the "Chronic Disease Prevention Act."
(b)
By no later than October 1, 2019, the speaker of the senate, the speaker of the house of representatives, the commissioner of health, and the governor shall establish a task force to study methods on how best to prevent cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and diabetes in this state.
(c)
The task force is composed of eleven (11) members, as follows:
(1)
One (1) member of the senate health and welfare committee, to be appointed by the speaker of the senate;
(2)
One (1) member of the health committee of the house of representatives, to be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives;
(3)
One (1) member of the senate finance, ways and means committee, to be appointed by the speaker of the senate;
(4)
One (1) member of the house finance, ways and means committee, to be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives;
(5)
One (1) member of the senate who serves in a leadership position, to be appointed by the speaker of the senate;
(6)
One (1) member of the house of representatives who serves in a leadership position, to be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives;
(7)
Three (3) persons who are subject matter experts in one (1) or more of the subjects that the task force will study, to be appointed by the governor in consultation with the commissioner of health;
(8)
One (1) person who is a certified medical professional from a historically black college or university offering advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, or public health administration based in Tennessee and having a research and development unit, to be appointed by the governor; and
(9)
One (1) person who possesses experience in the subjects of health and public health and who has previous legislative experience, to be appointed by the governor.
(d)
The person appointed under subdivision (c)(9) shall call the first meeting of the task force.
(e)
By no later than December 15, 2020, the task force shall complete its findings and make recommendations in a report to the governor and to the speaker of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives.
(f)
The members of the task force shall serve without compensation but are entitled to reimbursement of any travel expenses incurred. All reimbursement for travel expenses must conform to the comprehensive state travel regulations as promulgated by the commissioner of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
(g)
The task force ceases to exist upon completion of the task force's report and recommendations.
Acts 2019, ch. 372, §§ 1-6.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-115 - [Repealed]

Repealed by 2021EX3 Tenn. Acts, ch. 6, s 11, eff. 11/12/2021.
Added by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 513, s 1, eff. 5/25/2021.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-116 - [Repealed]

Repealed by 2021EX3 Tenn. Acts, ch. 6, s 11, eff. 11/12/2021.
Added by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 513, s 7, eff. 5/25/2021.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-117) › Section 68-5-117 - [Repealed]

Repealed by 2021EX3 Tenn. Acts, ch. 6, s 11, eff. 11/12/2021.
Added by 2021 Tenn. Acts, ch. 550, s 6, eff. 5/26/2021.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 2 - NEWBORN TESTING - EYES (§§ 68-5-201 — 68-5-202) › Section 68-5-202 - Treatment specified for infant at birth - Reports of redness, swelling, inflammation or pus - Religious exemption

(a)
It is the duty of any physician, nurse or midwife who assists and is in charge at the birth of any infant, or has the care of the infant after birth, to treat the eyes of the infant with a prophylaxis to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum or infections leading to blindness. The treatment shall be given as soon as practicable after the birth of the infant and always within one (1) hour; and if any redness, swelling, inflammation, or gathering of pus appears in the eyes of the infant or upon the lid or about the eyes within two (2) weeks after birth, then any nurse, midwife or other person having care of the infant shall report the condition within six (6) hours after its discovery to a physician licensed and practicing medicine in this state.
(b)
Nothing in this part shall require medical treatment under subsection (a) for the minor child of any person who files with the department of health a signed, written statement that such medical treatment conflicts with the person's religious tenets and practices, affirmed under penalties of perjury.
Amended by 2016 Tenn. Acts, ch. 989,s 1, eff. 7/1/2016.
Acts 1915, ch. 52, §§ 2, 3; Shan., §§ 6756a3, 6756a4; Code 1932, §§ 11175, 11176; modified; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), §§ 53-622, 53-623; Acts 1989, ch. 591, § 113; 2008, ch. 847, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 4 - NEWBORN TESTING - METABOLIC DEFECTS (§§ 68-5-401 — 68-5-406) › Section 68-5-402 - Cooperation of departments

All state departments, including the department of human services, the department of mental health and substance abuse services, the department of disability and aging, and county and municipal health departments and education departments, shall cooperate with the department in carrying out this part.
Amended by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 688,s 158, eff. 7/1/2024.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1; 2000, ch. 947, § 6; 2010 , ch. 1100, § 106; 2012 , ch. 575, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 4 - NEWBORN TESTING - METABOLIC DEFECTS (§§ 68-5-401 — 68-5-406) › Section 68-5-403 - Exemptions for religious beliefs

Nothing in this part shall be construed to require the testing of or medical treatment for the minor child of any person who files with the department a signed, written statement that such tests or medical treatment conflict with the person's religious tenets and practices, affirmed under penalties of perjury.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 4 - NEWBORN TESTING - METABOLIC DEFECTS (§§ 68-5-401 — 68-5-406) › Section 68-5-404 - Failure to have child tested - Misdemeanor

Any person violating this part or parts of this chapter or the rules promulgated pursuant thereto, relative to testing of newborn infants, commits a Class C misdemeanor.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1; 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 4 - NEWBORN TESTING - METABOLIC DEFECTS (§§ 68-5-401 — 68-5-406) › Section 68-5-405 - Screening for blood glucose abnormalities

The department of health shall provide a link on the department's internet website to the websites of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for accessing the Guidelines for Perinatal Care regarding the indications for screening infants for blood glucose abnormalities. The board of medical examiners and the board of osteopathic examination shall publish the guidelines in the annual newsletter of each respective board.
Acts 2006, ch. 831, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 4 - NEWBORN TESTING - METABOLIC DEFECTS (§§ 68-5-401 — 68-5-406) › Section 68-5-406 - Retention of newborn screening specimen - When specimen and form containing identifying information shall be destroyed - Retention of specimen beyond one year

A newborn screening specimen taken for testing pursuant to this part or part 5 of this chapter shall be kept for one (1) year to permit time for the infant's physician to request additional tests. After one (1) year, both the specimen and the form containing the identifying information shall be destroyed. If a specimen is needed for quality assessment, quality control, or test calibration, that specimen may be retained for longer than one (1) year; provided, that the form containing the identifying information has been separated from the sample and destroyed, to ensure that the source of the sample cannot be identified.
Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 246,s 3, eff. 7/1/2015.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-501 - Definitions for parts 4 and 5

As used in parts 4 and 5 of this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1)
"Birth defects" means those abnormalities of body structure or function present at birth that adversely affect the intellectual capacity, health or abilities of affected individuals;
(2)
"Commissioner" means the commissioner of health or a designated representative;
(3)
"Committee" means the genetics advisory committee;
(4)
"Department" means the department of health;
(5)
"Genetic and metabolic screening" means search through systematic testing of the population at risk for metabolic or genetic conditions, to enable early dietary or medical treatment and counseling so as to ameliorate or avoid adverse consequences of those disorders; and
(6)
"Genetic disorders" means those conditions caused by an alteration or abnormality in the genetic material (DNA) which may adversely affect the health and functional abilities of affected individuals.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-502 - Establishment of genetics program

(a)
The department shall establish a statewide genetics program to ensure the availability of genetic services to citizens of the state who need them for the prevention and treatment of intellectual disability or other physical dysfunctions.
(b)
The program shall include comprehensive genetic services programs, including genetic and metabolic screening programs, genetic counseling services, and other related services that will aid in the prevention and treatment of particular genetic disorders and birth defects or related conditions as determined by the department through rules and regulations duly promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, with the advice of the committee established in §
68-5-503
.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1; 2011 , ch. 158, § 36.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-503 - Appointment of advisory committee - Terms - Travel

(a)
The commissioner shall appoint a committee to consult with the department in the administration of parts 4 and 5 of this chapter.
(b)
The committee shall be composed of one (1) representative from each regional genetic and each regional sickle cell center established pursuant to parts 4 and 5 of this chapter; at least two (2) members at large; and the chief medical officer for the state.
(c)
The chief medical officer shall serve as chair of this committee.
(d)
Each member shall hold office for a term of four (4) years or until such member's successor is appointed, except for the terms of initial appointments which shall be set so as to have an equal number of terms expiring each successive year.
(e)
Any member appointed to fill a vacancy for any unexpired term shall serve the remainder of that term.
(f)
The committee shall meet as frequently as the commissioner deems necessary, but not less than once a year.
(g)
Committee members shall be reimbursed for travel expenses in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-505 - Interstate agreements

The commissioner shall have the authority to formalize agreements with agencies in other states to provide services as may be needed.
Acts 1985, ch. 333, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-507 - Screening program for critical cyanotic congenital heart disease for newborns

On or before January 1, 2013, the genetic advisory committee is directed to develop a screening program for critical cyanotic congenital heart disease for the panel of screens authorized for newborns under §
68-5-504
that makes use of pulse oximetry.
Acts 2012 , ch. 556, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 5 - GENETIC TESTING (§§ 68-5-501 — 68-5-508) › Section 68-5-508 - Informational pamphlets to be provided to family prior to testing

The information distributed to the family pursuant to §§
68-5-504(b)(7)
and
68-5-506(b)(3)
shall be provided to the family before any blood sample for testing is drawn from the newborn. The pamphlet shall disclose the exemption from testing or treatment of a child pursuant to §
68-5-403
. The pamphlet shall also inform the family of the newborn screening specimen use, retention, and disposal policy.
Added by 2015 Tenn. Acts, ch. 246, s 2, eff. 7/1/2015.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-601 - Part definitions

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1)
"Approved laboratory" means a publicly or privately operated laboratory approved by the department according to its rules, governing the approval and licensing of laboratories for the purposes of this part;
(2)
"Commissioner" means the commissioner of health or the commissioner's designee;
(3)
"Department" means the department of health;
(4)
"Forms" means the forms that are authorized, prepared and distributed by the department to carry out this part; and
(5)
"Standard serological test" means a test for syphilis infection or rubella immunity approved by the department and performed by an approved laboratory.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-602 - When required - Hepatitis B treatment - Exception

(a)
Every physician, surgeon, or other person permitted by law to attend a pregnant woman during gestation shall, in the case of each woman so attended, take or cause to be taken a sample of the blood of the woman at the time of first examination and visit or within ten (10) days after the first examination. If the first visit is at the time of delivery, or after delivery, the standard serological test required by this subsection (a) shall be performed at that time. The blood sample shall be sent to a laboratory approved by the department for testing for syphilis infection, rubella immunity, and hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). In the same manner, a sample of blood shall be taken during or after the twenty-eighth week of gestation for a woman whom the attending physician determines to be at high risk of hepatitis B or syphilis according to the current standards of care. This second sample shall be sent to a laboratory approved by the department for testing for syphilis infection and HBsAg only. Additional testing for rubella immunity is not required in subsequent pregnancies once a positive result is verified or a documented history of vaccination against rubella is available. However, all pregnant women shall be tested for syphilis and hepatitis B during an early prenatal visit in each pregnancy. A positive test for syphilis and hepatitis B shall be reported to the local health department in accordance with this chapter, and regulations governing the control of communicable diseases in Tennessee.
(b)
Every person attending a pregnant woman who is not permitted by law to take blood samples shall cause a sample of blood to be taken by a health provider permitted by law to take the samples at the time of first examination and visit or within ten (10) days after the first examination. These samples shall be submitted to the same approved laboratories for testing for syphilis infection and HBsAg. If no rubella immunity is documented, testing for rubella is required.
(c)
Infants born to HBsAg-postive mothers shall receive, in a timely manner, the appropriate treatment as recognized by the centers for disease control.
(d)
This part shall not apply to any female who files with the attending medical authority a signed, written statement that taking a sample of blood or receiving other preventive measures conflict with the female's religious tenets and practices affirmed under the penalties of perjury.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2; 1997, ch. 54, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-603 - Testing free of charge - Authorized laboratories

(a)
Upon request, the laboratory tests required by this part shall be made without charge in the laboratories of the department.
(b)
This section shall not be interpreted to mean that the department's laboratories shall be the only laboratory approved to perform these tests.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-604 - Reports - Confidentiality

(a)
The laboratory report of the serological test shall be made on a form provided by the department.
(b)
A detailed report of the standard serological test and showing the result of the test shall be transmitted by the laboratory to the health care provider. A copy of the laboratory specimen slip shall be concurrently submitted to the local health department having jurisdiction under the following conditions, when the local health department is not the originating health care provider:
(1)
A serologic test for syphilis with a result of reactive; however, a serologic test for syphilis with a result of negative need not be sent to the local health department, unless specifically requested; and
(2)
A serologic test for rubella with a result of negative; however, a serologic test for rubella with a result of positive need not be sent to the local health department, unless specifically requested.
(c)
The copy submitted to the local health department shall be held in absolute confidence and not open to public inspection; provided, that it shall be produced as evidence at a trial or proceeding in a court of competent jurisdiction, involving issues in which it may be material and relevant, on order of a judge of the court; and provided further, that it may be used in the compilation of aggregate figures and reports, without disclosing the identities of the persons involved.
(d)
The physician of any patient who is susceptible to rubella, as indicated by a negative result on a serological test, should counsel the patient about the test results, precautions to take, and recommend immunization after delivery.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-605 - Use of test information

The department is authorized to use the information derived from pregnancy serological tests for such follow-up procedures as are required by law or deemed necessary by the department for the protection of the public health.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-606 - Rules and regulations

The department is authorized to promulgate and enforce rules and regulations to implement this part.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 6 - PREGNANCY SEROLOGICAL TESTS (§§ 68-5-601 — 68-5-607) › Section 68-5-607 - Violations - Penalties - Enforcement

(a)
(1)
Any person who misrepresents any of the facts called for by the serological examination, or who in any way alters the determination of a serological examination, commits a Class C misdemeanor.
(2)
It is the duty of the district attorney general to prosecute the suit when requested by the commissioner, the county health officer or local board of health.
(b)
Any physician or representative of a laboratory who willfully and knowingly misrepresents, falsifies, or issues false information under this part commits a Class C misdemeanor.
(c)
It is the duty of the district attorney general in whose jurisdiction an offense is committed to institute proceedings against violators of this part.
(d)
It is the duty of the commissioner to give all assistance necessary for the enforcement of this part to the district attorney general representing the county in which proceedings may be instituted.
Acts 1985, ch. 13, § 2; 1989, ch. 591, § 113.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 7 - TENNESSEE HIV PREGNANCY SCREENING ACT OF 1997 (§§ 68-5-701 — 68-5-705) › Section 68-5-701 - Short title

This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee HIV Pregnancy Screening Act of 1997."
Acts 1997, ch. 296, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 7 - TENNESSEE HIV PREGNANCY SCREENING ACT OF 1997 (§§ 68-5-701 — 68-5-705) › Section 68-5-702 - Purpose

The purpose of this part is to require all providers of health care services who assume responsibility for the prenatal care of pregnant women during gestation, except in cases where women refuse testing, to test these women for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and to provide referral into appropriate medical and social services for those women who test positive.
Acts 1997, ch. 296, § 2; 2007, ch. 154, § 1.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 7 - TENNESSEE HIV PREGNANCY SCREENING ACT OF 1997 (§§ 68-5-701 — 68-5-705) › Section 68-5-703 - Testing of pregnant women for HIV - Confidentiality - Counseling

(a)
A health care provider shall arrange for each pregnant woman under the provider's care to be tested for HIV as early as possible in the course of the pregnancy, and again during the third trimester, unless the woman has refused testing in writing and this refusal has been placed in the medical chart.
(b)
A pregnant woman who presents herself for delivery and who does not have a documented negative HIV test during the last trimester of the pregnancy, unless already known to be HIV positive, shall be tested for HIV using a rapid HIV test, unless she refuses in writing. If she refuses testing, and when the time and circumstances are medically appropriate, she should be counseled regarding the consequences of exposing her unborn child to HIV.
(c)
All HIV testing performed under this part shall be done in a confidential manner and the results of the testing may be disclosed only as provided by law.
(d)
After receiving a positive HIV test result, the medical provider, when the time and circumstances are medically appropriate, shall:
(1)
Explain the meaning and reliability of the test results and the availability of additional or confirmatory testing, if appropriate;
(2)
Counsel the woman to obtain appropriate medical treatment for herself and her baby and inform her of the increased risks to her baby if she fails to obtain appropriate treatment;
(3)
Make available information concerning the available medical interventions to prevent onset of illness in the mother and to prevent transmission of HIV to her children; and
(4)
Arrange for additional counseling in order to assist the woman in obtaining access to a comprehensive clinical care facility that can meet her needs.
Acts 1997, ch. 296, § 3; 2007, ch. 154, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 7 - TENNESSEE HIV PREGNANCY SCREENING ACT OF 1997 (§§ 68-5-701 — 68-5-705) › Section 68-5-705 - Rulemaking

The department may promulgate rules in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5, to implement this part.
Acts 1997, ch. 296, § 5.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 8 - TENNESSEE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE SCREENING ACT OF 2005 (§§ 68-5-NEW — 68-5-804) › Section 68-5-NEW - [Newly enacted section not yet numbered]

The department shall conduct a review and issue a report to the general assembly on variants of the apolipoprotein L 1 (APOL 1) gene associated with increased risk of end-stage renal disease. The report must include:
(1)
Recommendations on how to increase awareness for APOL 1, including screening and genetic testing;
(2)
An analysis of strategies and funding to increase screening and genetic testing for APOL 1 in this state; and
(3)
Other relevant information or issues identified by the department.
Added by 2024 Tenn. Acts, ch. 838,s 1, eff. 5/1/2024.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 8 - TENNESSEE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE SCREENING ACT OF 2005 (§§ 68-5-NEW — 68-5-804) › Section 68-5-801 - Short title

This part shall be known and may be cited as the "Tennessee Chronic Kidney Disease Screening Act of 2005."
Acts 2005, ch. 172, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 8 - TENNESSEE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE SCREENING ACT OF 2005 (§§ 68-5-NEW — 68-5-804) › Section 68-5-802 - Purpose

The purpose of this part is to urge all providers of health care services that assume responsibility for patients with diabetes, hypertension or a family history of kidney disease to counsel these patients regarding chronic kidney disease, to test such patients for chronic kidney disease, and to ensure that consulting laboratories provide appropriate reports concerning chronic kidney disease.
Acts 2005, ch. 172, § 3.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 8 - TENNESSEE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE SCREENING ACT OF 2005 (§§ 68-5-NEW — 68-5-804) › Section 68-5-803 - Counseling and testing of patients by providers - Laboratory reports

(a)
A provider of health care services that assumes responsibility for the care of patients with diabetes, hypertension, or a family history of kidney disease, is urged to counsel each such patient regarding chronic kidney disease, and is urged to test those patients for chronic kidney disease through routine clinical laboratory assessment of kidney function, unless the patient refuses such testing.
(b)
Laboratories shall report the glomerular filtration rate on any serum creatinine test ordered by a health care provider.
Acts 2005, ch. 172, § 4.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 8 - TENNESSEE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE SCREENING ACT OF 2005 (§§ 68-5-NEW — 68-5-804) › Section 68-5-804 - Rules and regulations

The commissioner of health is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this part. All such rules and regulations shall be promulgated in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act, compiled in title 4, chapter 5.
Acts 2005, ch. 172, § 5.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 9 - EARLY DETECTION OF HEARING LOSS (§§ 68-5-901 — 68-5-906) › Section 68-5-901 - Legislative findings

The general assembly finds and declares the following:
(1)
That hearing loss occurs in newborns more frequently than any other health condition for which newborn screening is currently required;
(2)
That early detection of hearing loss, early intervention, and early follow-up have been demonstrated to be highly effective in encouraging development of a child's health and communication and cognitive skills; and
(3)
That early screening and intervention will serve the public purposes of promoting healthy development of children and reducing public expenditures for health care, special education and related services.
Acts 2008, ch. 768, § 2.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 9 - EARLY DETECTION OF HEARING LOSS (§§ 68-5-901 — 68-5-906) › Section 68-5-902 - Part definitions

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires, "hearing screening" or "hearing screening test" means a screening or test provided in accordance with current hearing screening standards established by a nationally recognized organization such as the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing Screening of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Acts 2008, ch. 768, § 3.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 9 - EARLY DETECTION OF HEARING LOSS (§§ 68-5-901 — 68-5-906) › Section 68-5-903 - Newborn infant

Every newborn infant shall be screened for hearing loss in order to prevent the consequences of unidentified hearing loss, unless the parent or parents of the child object on the grounds that the test would conflict with the parent or parents' religious tenets or practices.
Acts 2008, ch. 768, § 4.
2023 Tennessee Code › Title 68 - HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-221-1319) › HEALTH (§§ 68-1-NEW — 68-6-201) › Chapter 5 - PREVENTION OF DISEASES (§§ 68-5-101 — 68-5-906) › Part 9 - EARLY DETECTION OF HEARING LOSS (§§ 68-5-901 — 68-5-906) › Section 68-5-904 - Child born in hospital or other specified facilities

(a)
A child born in a hospital or other birthing facility shall be screened for hearing loss prior to discharge from that facility. The attending health care professional shall refer a child born in a setting other than a hospital or other birthing facility to the department of health or an appropriate hearing screening provider as listed in the latest edition of the directory of hearing screening providers in Tennessee for hearing screening. A child born on an emergency basis in a hospital that does not otherwise provide obstetrical or maternity services and that does not provide infant hearing screening tests prior to discharge of an infant from the hospital, shall refer a child born in that facility to the department of health or an appropriate hearing screening provider as listed in the latest edition of the directory of hearing screening providers in Tennessee for hearing screening. The hearing screening test shall be provided in accordance with current hearing screening standards established by a nationally recognized organization such as the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing Screening of the American Academy of Pediatrics. All screening providers or entities shall report their screening results to the department of health.
(b)
Any medical or audiologic provider performing follow-up tests shall report the results of the tests to the department of health.
Acts 2008, ch. 768, § 5.