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WHO invites you to join the launch of the “HEARING screening: considerations for recommendations”. This handbook provides technical guidance required for establishing evidence-based programmes for hearing screening across the life course.

The purpose of the handbook is to provide guidance on how to undertake:

• Hearing screening in newborns and infants
• School-based ear and hearing screening
• Hearing screening in older people

Agenda

• Introduction to the handbook
• Implementing hearing screening in newborns and infants
• Implementing school-based ear and hearing screening
• Implementing hearing screening in older people
• Discussion and experience sharing ( partners are invited to join the discussion and share their experience and insights)

Date and time : 15 September 2021, 0800 to 0930 CEST and 1700 to 1830 CEST(same session will be held twice to facilitate participation across all time zones)

CPD: 1.5 points/hr (Core, Cat1)[:]