Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that infects people of all ages. Over half of adults by age 40 have been infected with CMV.
When a baby is born with CMV infection it is called congenital CMV (cCMV).
About one in five babies with congenital CMV infection will have long-term health issues, such as hearing loss and developmental disabilities.
Resources
Florida Newborn Screening Program identifies potentially debilitating and life-threatening conditions within the first weeks of an infant’s life, giving children in Florida the best possibility for early interventions and care.
Florida Newborn Screening
An important first step in new parenthood is to make sure your baby has all parts of the newborn screening testing completed with all results delivered. Early detection and treatment of health issues can help your baby grow up healthier.
National CMV Foundation works to educate women of childbearing age about congenital CMV and on specific prevention measures to protect against the risk of CMV infection.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Protection has a page dedicated to Cytomegalovirus and Congenital CMV infection.