02/03/2026
🦻Over 430 million people worldwide live with disabling hearing loss, including millions of children.
đź’ˇ But up to 60% of hearing loss in children is preventable.
*When unaddressed, hearing loss can affect:*
🗣️ Communication and speech development
🤝 Social connection and confidence
🎓 Learning and educational opportunities
*Watch for early signs:*
🔹 Frequently asking for repetition
🔹 Struggling with attention or school performance
🔹 Ear pain or ear discharge
🔹 Delayed speech or language development
*Many causes can be prevented through:*
âś… Safe listening habits
âś… Immunization against infections
âś… Good maternal and child care
âś… Early treatment of ear infections
âś… Protection from loud noise and harmful medicines
Prioritize hearing health—prevention starts today.
Learn more ➡️ http://who.int/campaigns/world-hearing-day/2026