A 11707·NY·house
Relates to recognizing postpartum psychosis as a condition distinct from postpartum depression and directing the department of health to create screening guidelines for the condition
In CommitteeFiled Sep 2, 2026
Sponsor: Keith Powers
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REFERRED TO HEALTH
Sep 2, 2026
Summary
The measure formally acknowledges postpartum psychosis as a condition separate from postpartum depression. It directs the New York State Department of Health to develop screening guidelines for the disorder, with the goal of improving early detection and care for affected mothers.
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