Organization: ENT and Head & Neck Research Center, The Five Senses Health Institute, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences
Project title: Nationwide Free Hearing Health Screenings
Primary region: EMR
Country: Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Event Description:
Free nationwide hearing screenings will be conducted at university campuses across the country. This initiative, overseen by the Research Center, utilizes a standardized, integrated questionnaire to assess hearing health. The project is a collaborative effort with medical universities nationwide and aims to raise awareness about ear and hearing health. Screenings will be offered to all age ranges in main parts of the cities , regardless of symptoms. Early detection of hearing loss is crucial for timely intervention and improved quality of life. The program hopes to identify individuals at risk and encourage them to seek professional audiological evaluations. Participation is voluntary, and all data collected will be anonymized and used solely for research purposes to improve national hearing health strategies. This initiative emphasizes preventive care and the importance of maintaining good auditory health.
Submitter: Saeid Mahmoudian