September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month! Newborns can still have a disorder even though they may look healthy. Early diagnosis through screening may reduce morbidity, premature death, intellectual disability, and other developmental disabilities. To learn more about what to expect from your baby's first test, visit alabamapublichealth.gov/newbornscreening/parents.html. | Alabama Public Health

Shifa's Newborn Hearing Screening Dr. Omama Shahid, Consultant Audiologist at Shifa International Hospital, talks about the newborn screening facility at Shifa, following international protocols, and explains how early hearing tests can positively impact your baby’s speech and language development. Early detection plays a crucial role in ensuring your child’s healthy hearing. Click the link below to watch the full podcast: https://youtu.be/i3idBkPPPQU?si=cvLX_rx3QrcwExf- . . . #ShifaNewbornScree