# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 18. Disease Prevention

### Subtitle 5. Sickle Cell Anemia

#### Section 18-501

The intent of this subtitle is:

(1) To educate parents and physicians regarding homozygous sickle cell anemia;

(2) To monitor each affected infant's health in that regard; and

(3) To provide resources for detecting sickle cell disease and supporting individuals with sickle cell disease.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)