More Infants Being Screened for Hearing Loss
by Steven Davies on Jun 14, 2013 | Views: 63 | Score: 0
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|---|---|
| 1999 | 46.5 |
| 2000 | 52.1 |
| 2001 | 65.4 |
| 2002 | 82.9 |
| 2003 | 88.1 |
| 2004 | 91.8 |
| 2005 | 94.2 |
| 2006 | 95.2 |
| 2007 | 97 |
| 2008 | 96.9 |
| 2009 | 97.4 |
| 2010 | 97.9 |
% of infants screened for hearing loss
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In order to detect early hearing loss and prevent future complications, more infants are being screened for hearing loss. In 1999, only 46.5% of infants were screened. This percentage dramatically increased to 97.9% of infants screened in 2010.