42 USC 247b-14a - Identification of interventions that reduce the burden and transmission of oral, dental, and craniofacial diseases in high risk populations; development of approaches for pediatric oral and craniofacial assessment

U.S Code last checked for updates: May 06, 2024

§ 247b–14a.

Identification of interventions that reduce the burden and transmission of oral, dental, and craniofacial diseases in high risk populations; development of approaches for pediatric oral and craniofacial assessment

(a)

In general

The Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Maternal and Child Health Bureau, the Indian Health Service, and in consultation with the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall—

(1)

support community-based research that is designed to improve understanding of the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of pediatric oral, dental, craniofacial diseases and conditions and their sequelae in high risk populations;

(2)

support demonstrations of preventive interventions in high risk populations including nutrition, parenting, and feeding techniques; and

(3)

develop clinical approaches to assess individual patients for the risk of pediatric dental disease.

(b)

Compliance with State practice laws

(c)

Authorization of appropriations

(Pub. L. 106–310, div. A, title XVI, § 1601, Oct. 17, 2000, 114 Stat. 1148.)

cite as: 42 USC 247b-14a