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Get ready to tune in to your ears and celebrate International Ear Care Day on March 3! This day was first established in 2007 by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the importance of ear health and preventing hearing loss. Did you know that more than 5% of the world's population – over 460 million people – suffer from disabling hearing loss? That's why it's important to take care of our ears and spread awareness about this often overlooked aspect of our overall health. So let's join forces and make some noise for healthy ears on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Ear Care Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Organization (WHO) established International Ear Care Day, aiming to promote good ear health worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Initiating Public Polices</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several governments, influenced by the WHO's initiative, started to craft public policies aiming at reducing hearing loss and promoting ear health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>WHO Global Effort</div><div class='timeline-text'>WHO launched a multi-year effort to address preventable hearing loss, increasing support and awareness for International Ear Care Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hearing Loss Statistics Update</div><div class='timeline-text'>WHO updated its statistics revealing that over 5% of the world's population, or 360 million individuals, have disabling hearing loss.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Yearly Theme Introduction</div><div class='timeline-text'>WHO introduced themes for the day, starting in 2017 with the theme "Action for hearing loss: make a sound investment".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Global Statistics</div><div class='timeline-text'>WHO reported an increase in global hearing loss, affecting now over 460 million people around the globe, emphasizing the need for continued awareness campaigns.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Get your ears checked</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>On International Ear Care Day, make it a priority to schedule an appointment with an audiologist and get your ears checked. This is a great way to show your ears some love and ensure they are in good health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media to spread awareness about the importance of ear care and how to properly take care of your ears. You can also share facts and statistics about hearing loss and ways to prevent it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a community event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends, family, and community members to organize an event focused on ear care. This could include free hearing screenings, educational workshops, and activities to promote healthy hearing habits.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create DIY ear care products</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get crafty and make your own ear care products using natural ingredients. This could include ear wax removal candles, essential oil blends for ear massages, and ear cleaning solutions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a hearing-friendly event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you are planning an event on International Ear Care Day, make sure to take into consideration the needs of those with hearing loss. This could include providing sign language interpreters, captioning services, and seating arrangements for better acoustics.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for proper ear care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Ear Care Day serves as a reminder for people to take proper care of their ears. This includes regular cleaning, avoiding loud noises and seeking medical attention if any issues arise. By highlighting the importance of ear care, this day encourages people to prioritize their hearing health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes understanding and empathy for those with hearing impairments</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Ear Care Day is also an important opportunity to create a better understanding and empathy towards individuals with hearing impairments. By educating people about potential causes and treatments for hearing loss, it helps build a more inclusive society where individuals with disabilities are better understood and supported.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It advocates for access to hearing healthcare globally</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unfortunately, many individuals around the world do not have access to basic hearing healthcare services. International Ear Care Day aims to bring attention to this issue and advocate for improved access and resources for those in need. By highlighting this issue, it encourages governments and organizations to take action towards more equal healthcare opportunities for all.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>International Ear Care Day Marks the Launch of WHO's Prevention Campaign</h3><p class='facts-content'>International Ear Care Day was chosen as the launch date for WHO's "Make Listening Safe" initiative in 2015. This initiative aims to prevent hearing loss due to recreational exposure to loud sounds.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Over 1 Billion Young People are at Risk for Hearing Loss</h3><p class='facts-content'>WHO estimates that more than one billion young individuals worldwide could be at risk for hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>International Ear Care Day is Celebrated in Over 100 Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>The awareness day is celebrated globally across more than 100 countries, underscoring its importance in raising awareness about ear care and preventing hearing loss.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>60% of Childhood Hearing Loss is Preventable</h3><p class='facts-content'>WHO suggests that 60% of all childhood hearing loss can be prevented through measures such as immunization, proper maternal and neonatal care, and early detection of otitis media – a condition sometimes referred to as a middle ear infection.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hearing Loss Can Impact Economic Development</h3><p class='facts-content'>As per WHO, unaddressed hearing loss poses a considerable economic challenge, costing the global economy approximately $750 billion annually, hence the importance of International Ear Care Day.</p></div></div>
International Ear Care Day is celebrated on March 3 every year. In 2024 International Ear Care Day will occur on a Sunday.
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