Owl Research May Help with Diagnosing Infant Hearing Loss
About three out of every 1,000 babies in the U.S. are born with hearing loss. Left untreated, this can have devastating effects on speech and language development and, in turn, on academic performance later in life. Research on owls may help improve early diagnosis and intervention options. Diagnosing Infant Hearing Loss The Early Hearing Detection…
Ear Tube FAQ
Ear infections are the number one reason parents take their children to the doctor. In fact, most kids have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. In most cases, ear infections are not serious and can be treated with antibiotics; however, for children with chronic middle ear infections, surgically placed ear tubes are…
Pediatric Sleep Disorders
Sleep is essential for children’s health, behavior, development and general wellbeing. Unfortunately, up to 50 percent of kids will experience a sleep problem at some point in their childhood. If your child is having a hard time falling or staying asleep, they may be experiencing a sleep disorder that can have negative long-term effects. What…
What Is Neuroblastoma?
Neuroblastoma is a rare cancerous tumor that is most commonly diagnosed in children under the age of five. It is the second most common type of solid cancerous tumor found in children, after brain tumors. About 800 new cases are diagnosed each year in the U.S. Neuroblastoma accounts for six percent of all childhood cancers…
Childhood Ear Infections
Ask any pediatrician which type of after hours call they handle most frequently, and the answer is likely to be otitis media, the medical term for a middle ear infection. Aside from the common cold, ear infections are the most commonly diagnosed childhood illness, affecting three out of four children by the time they reach…
Importance of Early Intervention for Pediatric Hearing Loss
According to the National Center for Hearing Assessment and Management, every state in the U.S. has implemented an Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program. The goal of this program is to ensure every child born with hearing loss is diagnosed before three months of age and has access to intervention programs before six months…
Pennsylvania Passes Legislation Declaring September “Newborn Screening Awareness Month”
Approximately 2-3 out of every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss in Pennsylvania. Recognizing the need to educate the public on the importance of newborn hearing screenings, the Pennsylvania legislature just passed a resolution designating September Newborn Screening Awareness Month. The Importance of Newborn Hearing Screenings Hearing loss negatively impacts the quality of life for…
Hearing Loss in Cancer Survivors Can Impact Reading Skills
Young cancer survivors in Lansdale often contend with hearing loss as a result of either the tumor or treatment to eradicate it. For many of these patients, hearing impairment has a negative impact on their reading skills. Pediatric Hearing Loss Brain tumors are among the most serious types of cancer, so those lucky enough to…
Food Allergies & Halloween: The Teal Pumpkin Project
The air is turning crisp, leaves are changing color, and stores are stocked with pumpkin spice-flavored everything. This can mean only one thing: Halloween is right around the corner! If you’ve noticed teal-colored pumpkins on front porches while canvassing the neighborhood, don’t worry – you haven’t stepped into a time machine and been deposited back…
Language Delays
As a parent, it is normal to compare the development of your child to others. That scenario certainly applies to language development. If you think your child’s development of speech and language is slower than normal, compare your impression with what other family and friends are thinking. If you are still concerned after sharing your…
