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2 articles tagged with “newborn screening”

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH): What It Is, How It's Found, and What Happens
Jun 12, 20266 min read

Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH): What It Is, How It's Found, and What Happens

DDH affects around 1–2 in 1,000 babies in the UK and is highly treatable when found early — this guide covers the screening process, risk factors, what the Pavlik harness involves, and outcomes with different timing of treatment.

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The Newborn Bloodspot Test (Heel Prick): What It Screens For and What Happens Next
Jun 12, 20266 min read

The Newborn Bloodspot Test (Heel Prick): What It Screens For and What Happens Next

The newborn bloodspot test screens for nine serious but treatable conditions — this guide explains what the test is, what it checks for, how results are communicated, and what it means if your baby's result needs follow-up.

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