World Hearing Day 2021 marks the launch of the World Report on Hearing, presenting a global call for action to address hearing loss and ear diseases across the course of life. The theme of 2021 World Hearing Day is: Hearing care for All! Screen. Rehabilitate. Communicate.
Dr. D’Anne Rudden
The 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 We hope that the World Hearing Day 2021 will be a massive call to action.
Dr. D’Anne Rudden is a Doctor of Audiology, board certified by the American Board of Audiology and has been in practice for over 25 years. She is published in many industry journals, and she travels nationally as a featured speaker and expert in Audiology. Visit us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest hearing healthcare news.