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World Hearing Day 2026 – Organized by the Dept of ENT, Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology”

Mar 3, 2026

Department of ENT, Head & Neck Surgery and Audiology organized World Hearing Day 2026

World Hearing Day is observed every year on March 3 to raise awareness about hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care worldwide. It is organized by the World Health Organization to encourage early detection and prevention of hearing problems. The day highlights the importance of safe listening practices and timely treatment of ear diseases. Various awareness programs, screenings, and educational activities are conducted globally. The initiative also aims to reduce stigma and improve access to hearing care services.

Dr. Abhilash S, Assistant Professor of ENT, FAME H & RI and Mrs. Swathi V M, Audiologist & SLP, gave an Introductory Speech followed by welcome speech by Dr. Basavarja S, Professor & HOD of ENT, FAME H & RI. Dr. Roshan Suhail, CEO, FAME H & RI, addressed the audience and highlighted the significance of the theme of World Hearing Day and Dr. Kiran M Naik, Dean, FAME H & RI, delivered a talk on “Purpose of World Hearing Day”.

Dr. Mudassar Ahmed Shariff, Professor and Head of ENT, CIMS, delivered a talk on “Hearing care for all children from Communities to classroom”.

Dr. Dathathri H A, Sr. ENT Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Mysuru, delivered talk on “Early detection of Hearing loss why timing matters”.

Vote of thanks by Dr. Geetha H, SR of ENT, FAME H & RI.

Vote of thanks by Dr. Geetha H, SR of ENT, FAME H & RI.