Allows pharmacists to test for certain infectious diseases.
This bill amends the public health law to allow licensed pharmacists to order and administer tests for infectious diseases approved by the Food and Drug Administration. These tests can detect the disease or its antibodies. The bill specifies that pharmacists must complete appropriate training developed by the department to perform these tests. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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