Microtia Awareness Day
Microtia Awareness Day on 9 November raises awareness of microtia, a congenital condition in which the outer ear does not fully develop.
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About the day
Microtia Awareness Day takes place on 9 November, a date chosen because the number 9 resembles the shape of an ear. Microtia, from the Latin for little ears, occurs in about one in every 9,000 births when an ear does not fully develop in the first trimester. It can bring hearing loss and social challenges. Ear Community founded the day in 2016; Melissa Tumblin set up the organisation in 2010 after her daughter was born with microtia.
People mark the day by sharing their stories, learning about the condition and treatments such as hearing aids and surgery, and showing support with #MicrotiaAwarenessDay.
The day suits audiology clinics, children's hospitals, ENT and plastic surgery teams, hearing charities and parenting media.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday 9 November 2026 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Tuesday 9 November 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 9 November 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Audiology
- Children's hospitals
- ENT and plastic surgery
- Hearing charities
- Parenting media
Questions and answers
When is Microtia Awareness Day 2026?
Microtia Awareness Day 2026 is on Monday 9 November 2026. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises Microtia Awareness Day?
Microtia Awareness Day is organised by Ear Community.
When did Microtia Awareness Day start?
Microtia Awareness Day was first held in 2016.
Where is Microtia Awareness Day marked?
Microtia Awareness Day is marked in the USA.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including National Day Calendar: Microtia Awareness Day. They were last checked on 7 November 2026.
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