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Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program

´óÏóÊÓƵ the Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program VIHSP

  • The Victorian Infant Hearing Screening Program (VIHSP) screens the hearing of newborn babiesÌýin their first weeks of life. Early detection and interventionÌýimproves outcomes for babies with hearing loss.

    Parents/guardians of babies, identified asÌýrequiringÌýaudiology, areÌýfully supported through the process of diagnosis and intervention by VIHSP Early Support Services.

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    • is performed by trained hearing screeners
    • uses standard technology (Automated Auditory Brainstem Response)
    • is usually completed at theÌýmothers bedside whileÌýthe baby is asleep (in hospital) or at an outpatient appointment

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