RA 9288 corresponds to which act?

• A. Newborn Screening Act of 2004
• B. Phil AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998
• C. Mandatory Infants and Children Health Immunization Act of 2011
• D. Dangerous Act of 1972

Answer: (A)

This question tests recognition of which Republic Act number matches a specific public health program. Republic Act 9288 is the Newborn Screening Act of 2004, which creates and governs a national newborn screening program to detect certain metabolic and congenital disorders in newborns so early treatment can prevent serious outcomes. It sets up the framework for screening all newborns, the responsibilities of health facilities and laboratories, and the process for follow-up and intervention. The other options refer to different laws—an AIDS prevention and control act from 1998, a mandatory immunization act from 2011, and a drugs regulation act from 1972—so they do not correspond to the newborn screening program.