Parents in Massachusetts

All babies born in Massachusetts benefit from the newborn screening public health program, which helps prevent treatable diseases.

Massachusetts also offers some optional screening services.

A Greeting to Massachusetts Parents

Learn more about newborn screening from the staff of the New England Newborn Screening Program.
Types of Screening: Routine and Optional

Massachusetts provides two types of screening. Find out more about each one.
Brochures for Massachusetts' Parents

Learn more about newborn screening in our Newborn Screening in Massachusetts: Answers for you and your baby brochure, available in a number of languages.
Data and Residual Specimen Policy

Data and specimens collected for newborn screening fall under a detailed policy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Get answers to your questions about newborn screening, the process, and why it's important to have your baby screened.