“With hearing loss, it is not ďĊÐĮðšÐťĴĮ all. Each child is unique. We tailor their assessment and their treatment ĴďĴìÐðīĮĨÐÆðťÆ needs.” DANIELA CARVALHO, MD, HEARING PROGRAM DIRECTOR
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Even if a newborn passes a hearing screening, they can still show signs of hearing loss later on. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these are the signs to look for:
YOUNG CHILDREN Speech is delayed
BABIES Does not startle at loud noises Does not turn to the source of a sound after 6 months of age Does not say single words, such as “dada” or “mama” by 1 year of age Turns head when he or she sees you but not if you only call out his or her name Seems to hear some sounds but not others
Speech is not clear Does not follow directions Often says, “Huh?” Turns the TV volume up too high
WINTER 2024 HEALTHY KIDS MAGAZINE 15
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