Hearing loss is a health issue that should be concern.
The number of people who are having hearing problem is growing each year, and it is expected to grow to 1.1 billion by 2015 ( ASHA). Studied conducted by ASHA, showed that in United States, there are approximately 29 million who are having hearing loss. The prevalence is increases with age. Most residence age 80 or older have some degree of hearing loss.
Nevertheless, age is not the only reason for hearing loss.
Malaysia as one of developing country is far behind. We are still lacking in technology, knowledge and awareness about hearing problems. And the number of this disable community is increasing.
Ministry of Health (MoH) need to work harder as this disability can impose a heavy social and economic burden on individuals, families and communities.
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