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Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (EHDI)

Newborn Hearing Screening is very important. It determines whether your newborn has a hearing loss as early as possible.

The Republic of the Marshall Islands Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program ensures that all babies born on Majuro and Ebeye be screened for hearing loss before 1 month of age. The screening is quick, painless, and typically done before the baby leaves the birthing facility. Early identification of infant hearing loss and early treatment helps babies develop language, communication, and brain development. If baby does not pass their hearing test, a Diagnostic Audiological Evaluation (DAE) will be conducted by 3 months of age. A baby that has been identified with a hearing loss will be enrolled into the Early Intervention Program by 6 months.

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