Noble is "Heritage Hero" Oct 2, 2007
The Marlboro Lions Club will offer free and confidential eye, vision and hearing screening on Main Street in the Lions Eyemobile, a state of the art vision-screening center. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a unique clinic on wheels, will be set up for the event. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
British Columbia recognizes International FASD Fetal Alcohol ... Sep 11, 2007
Hearing test may spot babies at SIDS risk -- A subtle difference in responses on a newborn hearing screening test may identify babies who are at risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), according to a new study. -- MSNBC. (SpiritIndia)
Have vision, hearing tested at state fair Aug 30, 2007
"It hit me that vision and hearing screening at the fair would be a fabulous way to serve our community and also let people know about the good works the Lions do," said LaMacchia, who said she got the idea while attending Lions Leadership Institute in February. LaMacchia said the "screening bus" is borrowed from Lions District 22C, which represents clubs in central and western Maryland. (Towson Times, MD)
Hearing test may spot babies at SIDS risk Aug 11, 2007
NEW YORK - A subtle difference in responses on a newborn hearing screening test may identify babies who are at risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), according to a new study. A disruption of the function of the inner ear may interfere with not only hearing but also with a babys control of breathing during sleep, the researchers explain in the medical journal Early Human Development. (MSNBC -- Health)
Hearing screening set at Fairbury Jul 17, 2007
FAIRBURY The Fairbury Lions Club will sponsor a hearing screening Thursday, July 19. The mobile hearing screening unit will be in front of the gazebo near old city hall (Locust Street) from 9 a.m. to noon ... The Lions clubs of Illinois sponsor free hearing screenings for persons 18 and older and 10-17 year-olds with parental consent each year statewide. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
School notes Jun 30, 2007
The tests include vision and hearing screening as well as motor, language and learning tasks. Babysitters or other family members can bring your child to the screening, but a signed consent form must be signed and sent into the special education office beforehand. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Vucurevich Foundation announces grant recipients Jun 21, 2007
Children's Care Hospital & School, Rapid City, received 15,828 to buy hearing screening and testing equipment. Northern Hills Court Appointed Special Advocates, Spearfish, received 30,000 to help expand its network of volunteer advocates. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Tomlinson honoured with CBE Jun 16, 2007
HEALTH HONOURS Jane Denton - director of Multiple Births Foundation (CBE) Nancy Pearce - Eating Disorders Association (OBE) Dr John Fracass - GP (MBE) Dr Brian Fisher, GP (MBE) Prof Adrian Davis - NHS Newborn Hearing Screening Project (OBE). Among the many accolades she has achieved for her mammoth fundraising efforts she has received the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award and a Pride of Britain Award. (BBC News)
BABY I Love Your Way May 22, 2007
peddles its products and services to hospitals and clinics, where it has more than 80% of the market in infant hearing screening and diagnostics. Natus also offers equipment for things like jaundice management, newborn brain injury, sleep diagnostics and neurology diagnostics. (SmartMoney)
Asylum seekers lacking medical help, physicians say May 9, 2007
The College says only a third of asylum seekers living in the community are covered by Medicare and none of them have access to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, hearing screening programs or the public dental service. Dr Zwi says the different entitlements among visa holders are confusing even for health care providers. (ABC Online)
Baby boom Budget Apr 29, 2007
Further allocations include $10 million for neo-natal hearing screening, $750,000 to train obstetricians in rural areas and $5. 6 million for rural midwifery. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Annual health fair to feature 4 bike giveaways Apr 27, 2007
Participants this year will include the Lead-Deadwood baseball team with sign-up sheets for this year's season; Dr. Steven Fox who will educate children about the effects of soda on teeth; Diane Anderson will conduct diabetic testing and provide information about the disease; Helen Nichols will provide education about nutrition and provide healthy snacks; Dr. Dennis Mills will set up a booth and conduct a bike raffle; Dr. Michael Guilbert will provide eye screenings; representatives from the... (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
SCCF discovers philanthropy alive and well Apr 12, 2007
The largest of the 11 grants impacting Pratt County made Wednesday night was to Arrowhead West, Inc. Child Services in the amount of 3,879 for an Ero-Scan, a sophisticated instrument for hearing screening that measures a child's hearing in a manner that does not require a response from the child. Unruh noted that this technology makes it effective in removing hurdles for children with special needs, second language barriers and infants. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Health fair planned in Morgan County April 13 Apr 10, 2007
The morning schedule will include cholesterol and lipid profile, screening that requires a 12-hour fast; glaucoma screening; hearing screening; blood pressure check; blood sugar check; nutrition information; giveaways; door-prize drawings; and healthy snacks. Clients must be 18 and older to participate in the morning session. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Preventative care aging clinic date set Apr 5, 2007
Services include vision and hearing screening, blood pressure check, blood testing for diabetes and anemia, a review of health history, update on immunizations screening for skin and oral cancer, and discussion of a personal health promotion plan. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. (Daily Triplicate)
Reed City hosts kindergarten roundup Mar 21, 2007
By Sally Barber, Cadillac News. Next year s kindergarten students will be the graduating class of 2020. (Cadillac News, MI)
Health Fair Plans Finalized Feb 22, 2007
Some of the services provided will be blood pressures, blood sugars, vision screening, glaucoma screening, hearing screening, mini massages, body fat and numerous educational displays. The South Dakota Lions Mobile Screening Unit sponsored by the Eden and Britton Lions Clubs will be returning to the Health Fair again this year. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Newborn Hearing Screening Feb 5, 2007
Universal Infant Hearing Screening ... But thanks to state-run universal hearing screening, over 90% of newborns are screened for potential hearing loss before hospital discharge ... In the simplest hearing screening, OAE, a small earphone and microphone are inserted into the newborn s ears. (Suite101.com)
From My Perspective Jan 25, 2007
The club provides sight and hearing screening for children in schools to the tune of several thousand students a year. New for the Emmett club will be coordinating the Emmett Valley Show and Shine Swap Meet/Show in July in conjunction with Cruise Night. (Emmett Messenger Index, ID)
Coach has new venue to help youngsters Jan 21, 2007
Most recently, JU players and coaches assisted with tutoring and vision and hearing screening at Holy Rosary and St. Pius Catholic schools on the Northside. Even if JU didn't require 50 hours of community service, Gilbert said he would have promoted such involvement. (Florida Times-Union)
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Born with Down syndrome, Dustin now breathes with the help of a ventilator, has low and weak muscle disease, is being treated for acid reflux, has idiopathic hypotonia, and has failed his hearing screening three times. And these are only a few of the many challenges Dustin faces each day. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Preschools to hire Indigenous worker Jan 3, 2007
"As it is at the moment, these services are definitely out there for Aboriginal families but when an early childhood teacher feels that a child needs a hearing screening it can then be quite a lengthy process from identifying that to getting the intervention actually happening, and every delay at this stage in a child's development is critical," she said. ABC Top Stories. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Indigenous)
Flu Fair not just a shot in the arm Nov 4, 2006
Many other resources were available at this year's Fall Flu Fair, from hearing screening, breathing tests, nutrition consultation and even a massage station. Representatives from the S.D. Department of Health, Home Medical Equipment and the Lawrence County Extension were also on-site to answer any questions and extend services to the community. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
121st AES Convention Exhibitor Profiles Oct 5, 2006
House Ear Institute expands free hearing screening services to celebrate 10 years of service at AES Convention. The House Ear Institute (HEI) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing hearing science through research and education to improve quality of life. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Law Ensures Babies Hear Loud And Clear Sep 20, 2006
AB 2651 by Assemblymember Dave Jones (D-Sacramento) requires hearing screening for all newborn babies. California is the only state in the nation that did not require universal newborn screening, until now. (KCRA 3, CA)
Community news Aug 12, 2006
Hearing screening planned. The Pitt County Council on Aging will host a free hearing screening for adults 50 and older from 9:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Greenville Senior Center, 1717 W. Fifth St. Eligible adults may qualify for a free hearing aid. (The Daily Reflector)
Letters: Forests, pesticides, etc. Jul 19, 2006
Re "Routine newborn hearing tests sought," July 10: I was surprised when I learned in your article California is the only state that doesn't offer hearing screening to all newborns, and even more stunned that some oppose this. Three in 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss, and among premature babies the risk increases to three in 100 babies. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
More States Screening Newborns for Diseases Jul 12, 2006
Of the 29 screening tests recommended by both the March of Dimes and the American Academy of Pediatrics, 28 are for metabolic conditions and the 29th is a hearing screening test, Howse said. Identifying hearing loss in infancy is important so early interventions and assistance can be given. (Forbes)
Around the county Jun 8, 2006
CUBA -- Cuba Lions Club will sponsor a free hearing screening from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, June 9, at the school district bus garage located next to the Cuba branch of MidAmerica National Bank ... The Mobile Hearing Screening activity is conducted through cooperation of the Lions of Illinois Foundation, which is the charitable arm of the state's more than 700 Lions clubs, and is funded primarily by Candy Day, held the second Friday in October each year. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
25 ways to be healthier May 24, 2006
Hearing screening for those 65 and older. 20. (MSNBC -- Health)
New digs a hit with old, young folks alike May 20, 2006
Programs already scheduled for June include exercises, movies, board games, a book club, Medicaid forum, law enforcement presentation and vision and hearing screening. Once completely up and running, the center will include an Internet-ready computer lab, library, exercise room, art studio, craft rooms and a greenhouse. (Herald Sun)
Newborn Hearing Screening Programs May Benefit From The Standardization Of Testing Protocols May 19, 2006
Although newborn hearing screening programs have improved the lives of infants throughout the world, our report suggests several specific ways in which these programs can be improved, including the screening of all newborns for a limited number of the major genetic and environmental causes of hearing loss ... (November 2, 2005) -- Pediatricians are doing hearing screenings on children and ignoring the results, a study by a Saint Louis University reseacher. (Science Daily)
25 Steps To Better Health May 18, 2006
Explore health issues including AIDS, cancer and antibiotics. Give your brain a checkup with these health quizzes. (CBS News)
Report: Top 25 Preventive Health Measures May 18, 2006
--Hearing screening: 4. --Injury prevention counseling: 4. (Fox News)
Detection of Prelingual Hearing Loss May 18, 2006
NEJM -- Newborn Hearing Screening -- A Silent Revolution ... Newborn Hearing Screening A Silent Revolution. (New England Journal of Medicine)
St. Peter's gets funds for equipment to test hearing in newborns May 14, 2006
St. Peter's began the hearing screening in 1998, two years before it was mandated by the state. The hospital tests nearly 3,000 newborns each year. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Seniors take advantage of free screenings at expo May 12, 2006
Peggy Strauch of Marion attended to look everything over and have a hearing screening. She was relieved to discover that, even though her left ear has trouble with the highest frequencies, she can wait a couple years before being tested again. (Cadillac News, MI)
At Your Service Apr 20, 2006
Some of the projects members of the club donate to include a Coming to Your Senses project, which is a free vision and hearing screening for young children, usually between the ages of six months to four years; eye exams and glasses for those in need; Leader Dogs for the blind; the Lions Eye Bank; collection of used glasses; and glaucoma screenings. The club also donates to projects offering free hearing exams and hearing aids; collection of used hearing aids; or offering cochlear implants. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Hearing tests for all new-borns Mar 16, 2006
Over 1,600 babies will be screened every day as part of the NHS New-born Hearing Screening Programme as it is rolled out across the country ... " Professor Al Aynsley-Green, Children's Commissioner for England, said it was important to give every child the support needed to achieve their full potential. He said: "The new-born hearing screening programme will help to achieve this by giving hundreds of babies born with hearing impairment and deafness the opportunity to develop communication skills... (BBC News -- UK)
Budget Cuts Take Aim at Medical Programs (AP) Feb 7, 2006
Universal newborn hearing screening, a $10 million program that helps states provide those tests for poor families, usually administering them before babies leave the hospital. Detecting hearing loss early helps ensure that babies get appropriate services so they learn and develop properly. (RSS - Yahoo News - Health)
Bush budget would slash aid to state Feb 7, 2006
Nationwide, the proposal also eliminates at least 15 federal health programs, including emergency care for children and newborn hearing screening, and makes cuts to the Health Resources Services Administration, which trains healthcare professionals to meet the needs of special and underserved populations. Needy families who rely on the federal government to help cover the increasing costs of home heating oil would not get as much help next winter, according to the budget plan. (Boston Globe)
