Today is World Hearing Day, and along with the World Report on Hearing, they present a global call for action to address hearing loss and ear diseases across the life course.
This years theme for World Hearing Day is:
Hearing care for ALL! Screen. Rehabilitate. Communicate
As presented by the World Health Organization, key messages of World Hearing Day 2021 target:
Policy Makers
The number of people living with unaddressed hearing loss and ear diseases is unacceptable.
Timely action is needed to prevent and address hearing loss across the life course.
Investing in cost effective interventions will benefit people with hearing loss and bring financial gains to the society.
Integrate person-centered ear and hearing care within national health plans for universal health coverage.
General Public
Good hearing and communication are important at all stages of life
Hearing loss (and related ear diseases) can be avoided through preventative actions such as: protection against loud sounds; good ear care practices and immunization.
Hearing loss (and related ear diseases) can be addressed when it is identified in a timely manner and appropriate care sought
People at risk of hearing loss should check their hearing regularly
People having hearing loss (or related ear diseases) should seek care from a health care provider
The World Health Organization hopes that the World Hearing Day 2021 will be a massive call to action!
Comments