New Research Highlights Inequities in Pre-school Hearing Screening

A recent study published in the New Zealand Medical Journal examines five years of data from the B4 School Check program and reveals significant disparities in hearing screening and follow-up care. Māori, Pacific, and children from high-deprivation areas were less likely to be screened and less likely to receive referrals, despite higher rates of middle ear disease. These findings underscore the need for targeted strategies to ensure equitable access to early childhood health services.
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