Newborn screened for hearing loss
A hearing screen is one of the routine health checks babies have soon after birth. It is a quick, simple and painless way to check the hearing of newborns. The screen is performed by trained hearing screeners using valid and reliable technology and is most often done at the baby’s bedside in the days after birth.
Baby referred to audiologist for further testing
If a clear response to sound is not obtained following two hearing screens, further hearing testing is recommended. A VIHSP coordinator will contact the family to arrange an audiology appointment.