This bill amends and reenacts R.S. 40:1125.13 and enacts R.S. 17:436.5 and 3996(B)(82) to enhance the support and training related to sickle cell disease in Louisiana. It mandates that each local public school board requires school nurses to participate in a minimum of one hour of in-service training focused on sickle cell disease, covering symptoms, treatments, and necessary accommodations for affected students. The Louisiana Sickle Cell Commission is tasked with developing the instructional materials for this training, which will be accessible on the Louisiana State Board of Nursing's website. Additionally, charter schools are specifically required to comply with this training mandate.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a requirement for healthcare providers to report data to the Louisiana Department of Health upon diagnosing an individual with sickle cell disease. This data collection aims to facilitate better communication and support for patients through agreements between sickle cell clinics and relevant associations that assist those diagnosed with the disease. The bill emphasizes the importance of data sharing to improve patient outcomes and ensure that individuals with sickle cell disease receive appropriate care and support.

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