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Organization: The West African Centre for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens (WACCBIP), University of Ghana
Region: Ghana
Title: Hearing Impairment Genetics Studies in Africa (HI-GeneS Africa) – WACCBIP
Description: On March 3, 2023, the “Hearing Impairment Resource Pack” was launched at the University of Ghana’s Centre’s Conference Hall. This event, attended by media personalities, members of the deaf community, educators working in deaf schools, and a representative from the Ghana Health Service, aimed to raise awareness about deafness and provide crucial information on ear care. The resource pack includes details of various organizations, schools, and health facilities in Ghana that offer supportive services to the deaf community. Additionally, significant research findings from genetic studies on hearing impairment conducted by our organization were discussed, and perspectives on the 2023 World Hearing Day theme were shared.
Live Event: No
Hearing Screening: Yes
Social Media: Yes
Authorities or policymakers: Yes
Influencers or celebrities: Yes
WACCBIP Communication Team Address Participants
Assit. Dir. (Dr. P. Quashie) Session with Participants
HIGENES – WACCBIP Resource Pack Lunched
Presentation of Resource Pack Copies at Mampong Deaf School