States and hospital systems are changing drug testing policies for pregnant women to support treatment for substance use disorder and reduce racial disparities in reporting.
Federal law requires notifying child protective services of infants affected by substance use, but states interpret 'affected' differently, leading to varied testing policies nationwide.
Research indicates that Black women face discrimination in drug testing during pregnancy, prompting hospitals and states to seek less punitive approaches to support maternal health.
The CDC highlights that mental health and substance abuse have become major factors contributing to maternal mortality, underlining the need for revised approaches in treatment.
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