Hearing loss affects over 1.57 billion people globally, with prevalence sharply increasing with age and expected to reach 2.45 billion by 2050. This growing issue impacts mental and physical health, social connections, productivity, and family dynamics, costing the global economy over $980 billion annually.
This infographic highlights key data on hearing loss prevalence, its effects, and the importance of integrating hearing care into health systems to improve quality of life and reduce the burden on individuals and society.
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