§ 16-41-40-5 — Distribution of information and instructional materials

Indiana § 16-41-40-5

• Jurisdiction: Indiana
• Title 16: HEALTH
• Art. 41: PUBLIC HEALTH MEASURES FOR THE
• Ch. 40: Shaken Baby Syndrome Education

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(a) A program established under this chapter
must include the distribution of readily understandable information and
instructional materials regarding childhood hazards. Information
concerning shaken baby syndrome, must explain its medical effects on
infants and children and emphasize preventive measures.
(b) The information and instructional materials described in
subsection (a) concerning shaken baby syndrome must be provided
without cost by the following:
(1) Each hospital licensed under IC 16-21, to a parent or guardian
of each newborn upon discharge from the hospital.
(2) The department of child services to each provider (as defined
in IC 12-7-2-149.1 or IC 31-9-2-99.3) when:
(A) the provider applies for a license from the division or the
department of child services under IC 12-17.2 or IC 31-27; or
(B) the division or the department of child services inspects a
facility operated by a provider.

Legislative History

As added by P.L.51-1998, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.101-1999, SEC.5; P.L.273-1999, SEC.178; P.L.145-2006, SEC.145.