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School Calls Mom About Daughter's Medical Test—Disbelief at What She's Told

School Calls Mom About Daughter's Medical Test—Disbelief at What She's Told

Summary

A mother in Michigan was surprised by a call from her daughter's school about a failed hearing test, despite her daughter's known hearing condition. The child, Everly, has a condition called microtia, which affects ear development and hearing. The mother shared her experience on TikTok, and the video went viral, highlighting issues in medical screenings at schools.

Key Facts

  • The mother, Presley John, received a call from her daughter's school about a hearing test result.
  • Everly, her 8-year-old daughter, has microtia, a condition where the outer ear is underdeveloped.
  • Everly has Grade 1 microtia in her left ear and Grade 3 in her right ear, affecting her hearing.
  • Everly uses a hearing aid device attached to a headband to help her hear.
  • Despite knowing her daughter's condition, the call about a failed test surprised the mother.
  • Presley John shared her story on TikTok, gaining over 500,000 views.
  • The video highlighted issues with how disabilities are sometimes overlooked in schools.

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