Exploring South African caregivers’ experiences and their perceptions of their role in early hearing detection and early intervention
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DOI: 10.1080/2050571x.2025.2497683
Abstract: ABSTRACT Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs are essential for identifying and supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) children. In South Africa, caregivers are central to EHDI success; however, systemic barriers, limited information, and societal… read more here.
Keywords: hearing detection; healthcare; early hearing; caregivers experiences ... See more keywords
Early hearing detection and intervention (EHDI) programmes for infants and young children in low-income and middle-income countries in Asia: a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjpo-2022-001752
Abstract: Background Early hearing detection and intervention (EHDI) measures initiated in high-income countries (HICs) were attempted in low-income and middle-income countries (L&MICs). However, information regarding the models of EHDI, context-specific adaptations made to strategies and outcomes… read more here.
Keywords: intervention ehdi; detection intervention; early hearing; hearing detection ... See more keywords
Caregiver Challenges and Opportunities for Accessing Early Hearing Detection and Intervention: A Narrative Inquiry from South Africa
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph22040605
Abstract: Background: Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) is essential for minimising the negative impact of childhood hearing loss on speech, language, and cognitive development. However, in low- and middle-income countries such as South Africa, various… read more here.
Keywords: detection intervention; south africa; hearing detection; language ... See more keywords