 When America's veterans win, we all win. Help us support more victories for veterans. Go to DAV.org. This is State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris. Did you know that newborn screening is responsible for saving about 12,000 babies in the United States each year from death or disability? Alabama has one of the most comprehensive newborn screening programs in the country, which consists of testing for up to 50 disorders, including hearing loss and critical congenital heart defects.