World Health Organization

2023

The World Health Organization estimates that 1 in every 5 individuals – or about 1.5 billion people worldwide – currently live with a hearing loss. Of these, over 430 million require hearing rehabilitation services. The global prevalence of hearing loss continues to rise. It is projected that by 2050, 1 in 4 people will have hearing loss, and over 700 million will need hearing rehabilitation. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, with 34 million children being affected, and nearly 65% of adults aged above 60 years having hearing loss of varying severity.