December 16, 2003
Dodd speaks with a family following his tour.
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Highlighting the importance of providing health
care services to newborns and their families, Dodd toured the
Neonatal Unit at Stamford Hospital. Following his tour, Dodd met
with parents, physicians, and care givers and announce his legislative
efforts to increase funding for newborn screening. Dodd was joined
on his visit by Pam and Tom Sweeney and their son Jonathan, a
March of Dimes Ambassador Family, of Newtown, and State Senator
David Cappiello (R-Danbury). In May, Dodd introduced legislation
with Senator Mike DeWine (R-OH) to provide improved resources
for newborn screening initiatives nationwide. The bill would provide
funds to educate parents and health care professionals on the
importance of newborn screening, and to states to develop programs
for follow-up care. |
Dodd speaking to reporters following his tour.