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How should CDC's milestones be used?

CDC's developmental milestones should not be used as screening or diagnostic tools to detect developmental delays. Instead, if developmental concerns are noted, the next steps are screening and evaluation with formal tools or referral for services.

CDC's developmental milestones should not be used as screening or diagnostic tools to detect developmental delays. Instead, if developmental concerns are noted, the next steps are screening and evaluation with formal tools or referral for services.

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Source: CDC — Key Points about CDC's Developmental Milestone Checklists — CDC

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