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Medical Screening of Unaccompanied Children at CBP and ORR Facilities

The medical screening process for unaccompanied children in the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Office of Refugee Resettlement, including the use of validated mental health screenings, pediatric-level medical evaluations, and access to licensed mental health providers.

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Jan 29, 2026

What medical and mental‑health screening protocols are recommended for children in CBP and ORR custody and where are they not being implemented?

Recommended protocols require validated, verbal mental‑health screening and pediatric‑level medical evaluations at both and facilities, with ORR explicitly mandating more comprehensive exams, vaccinat...