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Australia’s newborn bloodspot screening programs to include new conditions
Australia's health ministers have agreed that state and territory newborn bloodspot screening programs will screen for more conditions.
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The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
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