Public Understanding of Big Data and Genomics Medicine in Africa (PUBGEM-Africa)

Debunking misconceptions and myths about hearing loss

Primary site: AFR – South Africa
Additional site(s):

We have created infographic materials that debunk misconceptions and myths about hearing loss and deafness. This is in line with this years theme of changing mindsets. These materials were distributed on various social media platforms and will be added to our website for future usage. The aim is for easy distribution that can be wide spread and can be used beyond world hearing day so that we could reach people across South Africa and in other parts of the world.

Live event: No
Screening: No
Traditional media: No
Social media: Yes
Met with individual policymakers: No
Participation of policymakers: No
Participation of influencers: No

WHO educational or publicity material used: No


Hearing loss myth buster infographic 1


Hearing loss myth buster infographic 2


Social media posting


Social media posting