01/24/2026
🧠👂 We’re doing something right… and still missing too many kids.
Nearly 98% of babies in the U.S. have their hearing screened before they ever leave the hospital. That’s a huge public health win. 🙌
But here’s the part that doesn’t get talked about enough →
1 in 4 infants who need follow-up never receive the testing or services they need.
Those early months matter. A lot. They’re the foundation for language, learning, and connection. And when follow-up falls through the cracks, families lose precious time they can’t get back.
This isn’t about parents not caring or professionals not trying.
It’s about how hard the system can be to navigate once the screening is over.
At Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss, our work focuses on that missing piece — helping ensure early identification actually leads to:
✔ timely diagnosis
✔ coordinated services
✔ informed professionals
✔ better outcomes for kids
Because screening is only the first step.
Follow-up is where impact really happens.
💬 If this surprises you, say so.
🔁 If this matters to you, please share.
👂 If you work with young children or families, we’d love to hear your thoughts.
