The South African Association of Audiologists (SAAA) is acting to raise awareness among the public about hearing and hearing loss.
Submitted by: Tanya HanekomThe South African Association of Audiologists (SAAA) is acting to raise awareness among the public about hearing and hearing loss.
SAAA, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) is celebrating World Hearing Day on 3 March 2016.
Hearing impairment is considered the most prevalent form of impairment world-wide. Untreated hearing impairment, where applicable, is actually far-reaching and can impact detrimentally on the quality of life of those affected. Some consequences include an inability to communicate effectively, delay in speech and language development in babies and young children, learning difficulties at school, isolation, stigmatisation and depression. There are a number of medical conditions which can also aggravate the hearing impairment such as hypothyroidism, diabetes and HIV/Aids, amongst others. The theme for World Hearing Day 2016 is ‘Childhood hearing loss: act now, here is how!’ The theme is designed to draw attention to the fact that the majority of causes which lead to hearing loss in children can be prevented through public health measures. Furthermore, those who have hearing loss can benefit greatly from early identification and suitable, timely interventions. World Hearing Day aims to raise awareness about strategies to reduce the prevalence and impact of hearing loss. Refer attached an important media release designed to create awareness and educate the general public regarding hearing care as well as alerting the public to the dangers of purchasing hearing aids from non- registered persons.
Should you have any queries or require additional information, please contact myself on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Cornelle on 082 727 5977.
The South African Association of Audiologists (SAAA) is acting to raise awareness among the public about hearing and hearing loss.
SAAA, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) is celebrating World Hearing Day on 3 March 2016. Please consider including our topic and interview on the 3 March 2016 programme. Hearing impairment is considered the most prevalent form of impairment world-wide. Untreated hearing impairment, where applicable, is actually far-reaching and can impact detrimentally on the quality of life of those affected. Some consequences include an inability to communicate effectively, delay in speech and language development in babies and young children, learning difficulties at school, isolation, stigmatisation and depression. There are a number of medical conditions which can also aggravate the hearing impairment such as hypothyroidism, diabetes and HIV/Aids, amongst others. The theme for World Hearing Day 2016 is ‘Childhood hearing loss: act now, here is how!’ The theme is designed to draw attention to the fact that the majority of causes which lead to hearing loss in children can be prevented through public health measures. Furthermore, those who have hearing loss can benefit greatly from early identification and suitable, timely interventions. World Hearing Day aims to raise awareness about strategies to reduce the prevalence and impact of hearing loss. Refer attached an important media release designed to create awareness and educate the general public regarding hearing care as well as alerting the public to the dangers of purchasing hearing aids from non- registered persons.
Should you have any queries or require additional information, please contact myself on [email protected] or Cornelle on 082 727 5977.
