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Organization: DecibeLY Team – University of Benghazi
Title: Hearing Screening for Medical Students at the University of Benghazi, Libya
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Hearing screening for medical students at the University of Benghazi, Libya
Description:
In celebration of World Hearing Day 2025 and with the support of the University of Benghazi Business Incubator, the University of Benghazi DecibeLY Team for Hearing, Education, Awareness, & Research carried out a two-day free hearing screening event at the University of Benghazi Medical Campus.
One hundred medical students aged between 20-28 years were screened for any ear and hearing problems. Additionally, DecibeLY team members gave a short awareness interactive presentation on noise-induced hearing loss, focused on the risk of prolonged use of personal listening devices on hearing, and encouraged students to follow the 60/60 rule for safe listening.
Primary site: EMR – Libya
Impactful Story:
For World Hearing Day 2025, the University of Benghazi DecibeLY Team conducted a two-day free hearing screening for 100 medical students. Many had never realized that prolonged use of personal listening devices could harm their hearing. Through an interactive awareness session, they learned about noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and the 60/60 rule for safe listening. Motivated by the session, students adjusted their listening habits and shared knowledge with peers. This event highlighted the impact of early detection and prevention advocacy, reinforcing the role of World Hearing Day activities in promoting long-term hearing health.
General Photos
Awareness session for the participants attended screening
Hearing Screening
DecibeLY Team Members
Hearing Screening
Types of Engagement:
Screening: Yes
Traditional media: Yes
Social media: Yes
Special needs populations: University students who frequently use personal listening devices while studying, which may increase the risk of noise-induced hearing loss
Participation of policy makers: No
Participation of influencers: No