From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children.







This year for World Hearing Day, observed annually on March 3rd, the World Health Organization (WHO) is drawing attention to childhood hearing loss. For World Hearing Day 2026, the campaign emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing ear and hearing problems in pediatric populations to prevent long-term developmental and educational challenges.


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