Stop CMV Act of 2025
Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Newborn Screening for CMV Virus
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Pregnant women and new parents would benefit from expanded education about CMV risks during pregnancy and from universal screening of their newborns. Early detection of congenital CMV means babies can start treatment sooner, potentially preventing or reducing hearing loss, vision problems, and developmental delays. The bill also funds research into treatments during pregnancy and vaccine development, which could eventually help prevent congenital CMV entirely.
“assist in the education and training of health care providers, patients, and the general public regarding the risk reduction or prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of congenital Cytomegalovirus”
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Stop CMV Act of 2025
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