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It is estimated that around four out of five children will experience a middle ear infection at least once.

The earlier that hearing loss is identified in children, the better for the child?s language, learning and overall development.

Pneumococcal disease is a leading cause of serious illness and death in young children.

Middle ear infections often happen during or after a child has a cold.

Babies and young children are more likely to develop middle ear infections because they are still building up their immunity.

Deafness is caused by many different events including injury, disease and genetic defects.

Swimmer's ear can be triggered by exposure to water or mechanical damage due to overzealous cleaning.

Turner's syndrome is a random genetic disorder that affects females, causing short stature and infertility.

Rubella is a mild illness for most people, but very dangerous for pregnant women and their babies.

A handful of non-urgent planned surgical procedures (also known as elective surgery) have been found to have limited benefits, except in very specific circumstances.