3 minutes agoO BSH: 1 in 5 people have hearing problems, rising trend
Periskopi(a year ago)
(a year ago)The World Health Organization alerts that by 2030, over 500 million people are expected to have different levels of hearing loss. According to experts around the world today, 1 out of 5 are living together with hearing disorders, and as many as 2050 is estimated to be 1 in 4 will manifest problems [...]
More than a billion young people today face the risk of permanent hearing loss because of prolonged exposure to loud noises during fun activities, such as listening to music, video games, and so on.
Loss of hearing can result from genetic causes, birth complications, some infectious diseases, chronic ear infections, traumatic head and ear injuries, the use of certain medications, inference, and continued exposure to noisy environments.
Experts point out that many hearing - loss cases can be avoided through proper care practices and safe hearing. For those living with a lack of hearing, early identification and access to timely rehabilitation, it is essential to achieve their highest potential. /Periscope/
