Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is a condition that is commonly encountered in refugee patients (both children and adults). Because most refugee children will not have received hearing screening in their country of origin, physicians should promptly order a hearing screen for any child with hearing concerns or language delay.

Hearing tests and hearing aids are covered by the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) for refugees.

 

>> For additional information on hearing screening in refugee children, refer to the Caring for Kids New to Canada website.