If implemented under section 3705.30 of the Revised Code, the birth defects information system may be used for all of the following purposes:
- (A) To identify and describe congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (B) To detect trends and epidemics in congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (C) To quantify morbidity and mortality of congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (D) To stimulate epidemiological research regarding congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (E) To identify risk factors for congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (F) To facilitate intervention in and prevention of congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (G) To facilitate access to treatment for congenital anomalies and abnormal conditions of newborns;
- (H) To inform and educate the public about congenital anomalies, stillbirths, and abnormal conditions of newborns.