Benghazi to screen all newborns for hearing loss
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Benghazi, a city in Libya, will begin testing the hearing of every newborn baby.
The program intends to identify hearing loss in infants quickly so they can receive prompt medical care and support. Healthcare officials plan this initiative as part of broader improvements to care for mothers and children and to reinforce preventative health measures. Dr. Hussein Al-Khamri leads the effort to implement the newborn hearing screening program.
The program will allow medical staff to refer babies with hearing loss for treatment and rehabilitation services. The city hopes this program will improve the long-term health and development of children in Benghazi. By addressing hearing loss early, officials aim to support children in reaching their full potential.
