Guidance
CHT further information for families
Information for parents about congenital hypothyroidism (CHT) following a baby鈥檚 positive screening test result.
Applies to England
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For families where a baby has been confirmed as having CHT following . Healthcare professionals should use it to support conversations with parents.
A shorter version, for parents of babies with a CHT suspected result, is also available.
Updates to this page
Published 1 August 2012
Last updated 4 April 2025
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Changed lead organisation to NHS England. Removed reference to screening helpdesk. Removed references to PHE. Deleted PDF.
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Added PDF version for printing, to provide for people unable to access this information online.
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Added link to PDF version of the information.
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Information converted from PDF to HTML and updated.
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Updated leaflet artwork and branding after formal review.
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