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The Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program at CDC is leading the national effort to collect quality data on deaf and hard of hearing (D/HH) babies and very young children. Quality data means that it is complete, timely and accurate and can help state and territorial programs ensure all D/HH babies are identified early and receive intervention services. CDC is doing this by supporting efforts to standardize the collection, analysis, and reporting of EHDI data so that it is comparable between states and territories, and is accurate.

Hearing loss can affect a child’s ability to develop communication, language, and social skills. The earlier children with hearing loss start getting services, the more likely they are to reach their full potential. If you are a parent and you suspect your child has hearing loss, trust your instincts and speak with your child’s doctor. Don’t wait!

Hearing loss can affect a child’s ability to develop communication, language, and social skills. The earlier children with hearing loss start getting services, the more likely they are to reach their full potential. If you are a parent and you suspect your child has hearing loss, trust your instincts and speak with your child’s doctor. Don’t wait!