Overview:
World Hearing Day is a day that aims to spread awareness about hearing, its care, ear and hearing problems, highlight the importance of receiving ear and hearing care, and encourage the community to seek services.
Objectives:
- Drawing the attention of healthcare providers about the needs of people with hearing loss and ear diseases.
- Spreading awareness of the importance of receiving ear and hearing care and encouraging them to seek services.
Facts:
- Ear and hearing problems are considered one of the most important problems prevalent in society.
- More than 60% of ear and hearing problems can be detected and treated at the primary level of care.
- Check your hearing periodically to avoid any health problems, and if you find a problem, solve it with minimal damage.
- Be careful not to share earphones or earplugs with anyone.
Official Date:
- Globally: March 3rd, 2024
- Locally: Shaaban 22nd, 1445H
References:
World Health Organization – Campaigns - World Hearing Day