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Organization: Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chromepet, Chennai
Title: World Hearing Day 2025
Alternate tite:
World Hearing Day 2025
Description:
In observance of World Hearing Day 2025, Department of ENT and Speech Language Pathology & undertook a series of initiatives in promoting on the themes of Ear and hearing care.
• A dedicated ear and hearing screening camp was organized to provide crucial assessments for 50 children with cleft lip and palate, who often face associated hearing challenges, and 55 elderly individuals, a demographic prone to age-related hearing loss.
• An awareness program was designed specifically for individuals with cleft lip and palate and their families. This session focused on educating them about proper ear and hearing care, empowering them to proactively manage their aural/auditory health. This program was attended by 85 participants.
• Recognizing the importance of accessible information, Tamil-translated WHO hearing materials were displayed in the college and hospital. Digital videos on ear care were created for wider public reach, promoting proactive hearing health.”
Primary site: SEAR- India
General Photos
Hearing screening for children and elderly population
Awareness program on ear and hearing care
Display and distribution of Awareness materials
Translated materials in Tamil
Types of Engagement:
Screening: Yes
Traditional media: No
Social media: Yes
Special needs populations:
Participation of policy makers: Yes
Participation of influencers: No