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Find many print and digital health information resources across many areas of Maine CDC focus.
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Newborn Hearing
All Maine hospitals with birth facilities offer newborn hearing screening before babies go home. A hearing screening is a test to tell if an infant might have a hearing loss. Hearing loss can affect a child's ability to develop communication, language, and learning.
Newborn Bloodspot Screening
Maine's Newborn Bloodspot Screening Program helps parent's find out if a baby has certain health conditions. Babies with these conditions may look healthy at birth. If not treated, these conditions can cause significant health problems. With treatment, these problems may be prevented. This blood test is a screen and t is important for your baby to have regular check-ups and medical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does my baby need newborn screening tests?