Section 16-40-3 - Purposes of systemThe birth defects information system may be used for all of the following purposes:
(1) To identify and describe congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns;(2) To detect trends and epidemics in congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns;(3) To quantify morbidity and mortality of congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns;(4) To stimulate epidemiological research regarding congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns;(5) To identify risk factors for congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns;(6) To facilitate intervention in and prevention of congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns;(7) To facilitate access to treatment for congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns;(8) To inform and educate the public about congenital anomalies, stillbirths and abnormal conditions of newborns.