The common cold or flu is a major cause of absenteeism from school and work. The recovery requires rest to avoid complications (sinus infection and ear) and observation of symptoms to rule out conditions that can be confused with, such as influenza.

ASCENT was founded in 2008 by three dedicated Ear Nose Throat Consultant Surgeons who are fellowship trained and specialised in operations and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.

ASCENT was founded back in 2008, by three dedicated Ear Nose Throat Consultant Surgeons who are fellowship trained and specialises in operations and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.