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Abstract:
This Bulletin explains the statutory reporting requirement and related laws and attempts to address some of the primary sources of confusion for health professionals. The North Carolina Juvenile Code includes a provision commonly referred to as the \"Child Abuse Reporting Law,\" that requires anyone who suspects a juvenile is abused or neglected to make a report.
Abstract:
An Addendum is added to this article. In its 1987 session, the North Carolina General Assembly enacted several laws that affect or relate to the duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect. The Addendum refers to new laws by their 1987 Session Law chapter numbers, and, in parentheses, by their House or Senate bill number.
Abstract:
All health professionals are legally required to report any suspicion of juvenile abuse to county social services. The Juvenile Code covers reporting requirements but there is confusion over what must be reported, especially in the context of health care. Despite ambiguities, the safest rule for health professionals is to report when in doubt.
Abstract:
The third annual Conference for Local Health Directors held in 1959 was devoted to county financial matters, legislation and legal matters of interest, and delegation of authority based on management techniques. Also discussed were the rules, procedures, and duties of health directors and professionals.