Preventive audiology: An African perspective (Original Publisher)

Preventive Audiology: An African Perspective (1st Edition, 2023) offers a groundbreaking exploration of hearing healthcare through the lens of Africa’s unique social, environmental, and healthcare contexts. While global audiology texts often overlook regional realities, this book fills a critical gap by focusing on preventive strategies adapted to local resource constraints, cultural considerations, and public health systems.

It is an essential reference for audiologists, otolaryngologists, community health workers, hearing conservation advocates, and students in speech-language and hearing sciences. It is also highly relevant for policymakers and NGOs involved in hearing health initiatives across the continent.

 Key Features & Highlights:

• Context-specific approaches to noise-induced hearing loss, ototoxicity, and infectious causes of hearing impairment.
• Emphasizes community-based hearing screening, education, and awareness.
• Strategies for integrating audiological services into primary healthcare systems.
• Real-world case studies from rural and urban African settings.
• Focus on sustainability, early intervention, and culturally competent care.
• A valuable tool for academic instruction, health planning, and capacity building.

 Topics Covered:
Includes core chapters on:

• Epidemiology of hearing loss in African populations
• Preventive audiology in low-resource settings
• Community outreach and hearing screening programs
• Culturally relevant education and awareness strategies
• Health system integration and policy frameworks

 About the Author:
Authored by a leading African audiologist and public health advocate, the book reflects years of clinical experience, research, and advocacy in hearing healthcare across multiple African nations. The author brings both academic rigor and practical insight to a field in urgent need of context-specific solutions.

 Format & Compatibility:

• File Formats: PDF
• File Size: Approx. 10–25 MB
• Language: English
• Device Compatibility: Works on Kindle, Apple Books, Android readers, tablets, smartphones, laptops, and desktops.

 Sample FAQs:

Q1: Is this book relevant outside Africa?
A: Absolutely. While the focus is Africa-specific, many principles of preventive audiology, especially those concerning low-resource settings, are applicable globally in underserved communities.

Q2: Does the book include practical examples or only theoretical content?
A: It includes both. The book features real-world case studies, community program examples, and hands-on strategies, alongside evidence-based theoretical foundations.