Screening for hearing loss in not a universal practice in current Indian scenario. Very few units have the required devices, manpower and awareness. As the number of neonatal units is increasing exponentially, there is an increasing desire to provide quality care and ensure intact survival. This article summarizes the pertinent research questions which need to be addressed in our country as we embark on our journey to provide hearing screening at least to NICU graduates.
hearing deficit, newborn, screening