Bill > J01369

This resolution formally recognizes March 3, 2026, as World Hearing Day, an annual observance established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise global awareness about preventing deafness and hearing loss, and to promote ear and hearing care. The resolution highlights the critical role hearing plays in communication, relationships, health, well-being, and safety, and underscores the significant negative impacts of hearing loss, such as impaired communication, learning delays, economic loss, depression, isolation, and cognitive decline. It also points out that noise-induced hearing loss is a preventable problem, particularly concerning for adolescents, and emphasizes that most types of hearing loss are treatable through comprehensive evaluations, hearing aids, assistive listening devices, and rehabilitation provided by professionals like otolaryngologists and audiologists. The resolution further advocates for greater public awareness and improved access to quality hearing healthcare, including insurance coverage for hearing aids, for all New Yorkers.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1369