hearScreen by the hearX Group is a world-class hearing screening solution on a smartphone. Cutting costs by over 80%, the innovation significantly improves on current hearing screening models by allowing non-specialist personnel to do screenings in resource-constrained environments.
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Harmonisation
This product was developed by understanding a real-world socio-economic problem.
- A true testament to the amount of innovation and creativity that can be found in this country and has a global impact on change.
- Developing a specialised technique, that was expensive and making it affordable.
- Medical facilities, especially hearing aids, are currently not affordable for most South Africans. This social entrepreneurial initiative is highly commended.
- Translating audio-specialised education into a convenient and short screening test.
People Upliftment
Championing the notion of education and affordable healthcare service to the community.
Evolutionary Paradigm
Instigating and reducing the cost of medical screening tests using a simple solution.
Placemaking Performance
This is existential placemaking and empowers those people tested with the knowledge to address challenges.
