Hearing Awareness Week - 1 March - 7 March 2024

Published on January 8, 2024

Did you know 3.5 million Australians aged 15 and over, which represents 22% of its population, have mild to severe hearing issues? An average of one in six Australians has a hearing disability. This week aims to spread awareness about the positive impact of looking after our hearing health, which contributes to our quality of life, social engagement, career, confidence, and communication. https://nationaltoday.com/hearing-awareness-week/

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