Florida S0188 mandates autopsies for sudden unexpected deaths, including SIDS and SUID, and requires reporting to a national registry.

Florida S0188 requires medical examiners to conduct autopsies for sudden unexpected deaths, including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID). These autopsies must include microscopic and toxicology studies and a review of immunization and medical records. The bill also mandates that medical examiners report cases of SUID and Sudden Death in the Young (SDY) to the national SUID and SDY Case Registry. Failure to report these cases within 30 days can result in administrative penalties, including fines and potential disciplinary action.

Florida S0188 mandates autopsies for sudden unexpected deaths, including SIDS and SUID, and requires reporting to a national registry.

Florida S0188 requires medical examiners to conduct autopsies for sudden unexpected deaths, including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID). These autopsies must include microscopic and toxicology studies and a review of immunization and medical records. The bill also mandates that medical examiners report cases of SUID and Sudden Death in the Young (SDY) to the national SUID and SDY Case Registry. Failure to report these cases within 30 days can result in administrative penalties, including fines and potential disciplinary action.