Public health study explores how vaccines may help prevent hearing loss in children

Public health study explores how vaccines may help prevent hearing loss in children

Over 1.5 billion people worldwide are affected by some degree of hearing loss. While it is often linked to aging, a lesser-known but significant cause is infections contracted during childhood and adolescence, many of which are preventable.

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Vaccination can help in preventing hearing loss in children and adolescents, as shown by a new study. The study found 26 infectious agents that can cause hearing problems. Representational image showing a woman getting help wearing a hearing-aid device. Photo courtesy: Mark Paton/Unsplash These include common viruses and bacteria that spread during childhood and teenage years. Many of these infections can be avoided with vaccines. Hearing loss a…

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Last Updated on June 3, 2025 by Team THIP New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Vaccination may play a significant role in preventing hearing loss in children and adolescents, according to a study that identified 26 infectious pathogens that can potentially cause hearing loss. Over 1.5 billion people worldwide are affected by some degree of hearing […] The post Study reinforces need for vaccines to help prevent hearing loss appeared first on THIP Media.

Study reinforces need for vaccines to help prevent hearing loss

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Vaccination may play a significant role in preventing hearing loss in children and adolescents, according to a study that identified 26 infectious pathogens that can… Continue reading Study reinforces need for vaccines to help prevent hearing loss The post Study reinforces need for vaccines to help prevent hearing loss first appeared on Australia India News.