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Early identification and intervention are essential to maximize hearing potential and developmental outcomes, with primary care physicians (PCPs) playing a pivotal role in this process.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objectives<\/jats:title>\n This study aimed to assess PCPs\u2019 knowledge and attitudes toward childhood hearing loss, investigate the association between knowledge and attitudes, and examine the influence of demographic factors on PCPs\u2019 knowledge and attitudes towards childhood hearing loss.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n This cross-sectional study was conducted from 30 November 2017 to 30 July 2018 at three public health clinics in Malaysia, specifically in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Terengganu. A self-administered questionnaire assessed PCPs\u2019 knowledge of general facts, diagnosis and intervention, and risk factors for childhood hearing loss. Additionally, the questionnaire evaluated PCPS\u2019 attitudes across cognitive, affective, and behavioural domains regarding childhood hearing loss.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n Most participants lacked sufficient knowledge about childhood hearing loss, with 61.4% not seeing it as a major health issue. Almost half (45.9%) didn\u2019t know that children with hearing loss can succeed in regular schools, and 78% were unaware that hearing aids don\u2019t fully restore normal hearing. Participants\u2019 awareness of risk factors varied widely, ranging from 24.6% to 90.3%. Despite these knowledge gaps, participants generally had positive attitudes towards childhood hearing loss, especially in cognitive and behavioural aspects. The study found a strong positive link between knowledge and attitudes, but demographic factors didn\u2019t significantly affect them.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n This study highlights the urgent need to address knowledge gaps among Malaysian PCPs regarding childhood hearing loss. While these knowledge gaps exist, PCPs\u2019 positive attitudes form a foundation for developing targeted educational interventions to improve PCPs\u2019 knowledge and skills in managing childhood hearing loss. 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