An Act relative to specific medical diagnoses regarding the Department of Children and Families

Summary

The bill adds a new rule requiring the Department of Children and Families to seek input from a pediatric physician or advanced practice nurse if a caretaker shows evidence of certain medical diagnoses that can mimic abuse. The medical professional may examine the child to determine if symptoms are likely due to a medical condition, but not to reassess claims of sexual abuse. This aims to prevent misidentifying medical issues as maltreatment.

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