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When your child is diagnosed with hearing loss, a team of professionals and specialists will support your family throughout the years. Some services are fully funded, while Medicare or private health insurance cover others.
Medical assessments for children with a permanent hearing loss
Hospital admissions – Public vs Private
Specialists
Questions to ask your child’s surgeon
Cheerleaders, not taskmasters!
Finding service providers
Learn the words
Questions to ask at an appointment
The importance of regular eye tests
