S.1676

Requires certain doctors and nurses to ask patients questions regarding menstrual cycles, previous tampon use, and toxic shock syndrome.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1676 mandates doctors and nurses to inquire about menstrual cycles, tampon use, and toxic shock syndrome symptoms.

New Jersey S1676, known as the "Menstrual Toxic Shock Syndrome Medical Questions Act," requires nurse practitioners and physicians specializing in family medicine, general obstetrics, or gynecology to ask female patients about their menstrual cycles, previous tampon use, and symptoms of toxic shock syndrome. Specifically, these healthcare providers must inquire about the patient's recent tampon use and any flu-like symptoms experienced during or after tampon use.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee