Hearing Awareness Week 2023

World Hearing Day was celebrated on March 3, 2023, with the theme “Ear and Hearing Care for All!” This important day emphasizes the significance of hearing health and raising awareness about hearing care. As part of this initiative, Hearing Awareness Week 2023 brings attention to the importance of ear and hearing care for everyone, promoting better access to resources and support for all individuals.

It is our goal to assist you now so that you do not need an appointment with me at my clinic later 👂

Noise Induced Hearing Loss

If you or someone you care about likes listening to loud music, or works in a noisy environment,  you need to Watch this video with the SOUND ON.

Imagine listening to this, 24/7, without a break.

“Some days it’s louder than others…..some days it goes away and you hope it stays away…… but then it comes back. Sometimes when it isn’t there it is worse, because you worry about when it will come back, you can not simply enjoy the silence”

One of the causes of tinnitus is noise related hearing loss.

There is no cure, only management strategies.

Noise induced hearing loss is preventable.

Find out how to prevent it here.

Source credit: World Health Organisation

Sudden Hearing Loss

When is hearing loss a medical emergency?

When it is sudden!

A medical condition affecting the inner ear can lead to permanent hearing loss if left untreated.

It can be saved if it is caught early.

Please look out for these signs.

Do I need a Hearing Assessment?

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? If so, you need to keep reading

Dementia, diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, falls, and reduced life expectancy are some consequences of untreated hearing loss.

Early intervention can minimise the consequences if it occurs, but prevention is better than cure.

You should be aware of these signs and check your hearing if you experience any of them.

Source credit: World Health Organisation

What Does Hearing Loss Sound Like?

If you don’t look after your hearing, this will be your reality.

Or perhaps someone you care about has hearing loss.  This video will give an insight into what they hear in different environments.

If you don’t like what you hear in this video, protect your hearing now and look out for the warning signs.

Early intervention can minimise the consequences if it occurs, but prevention is better than cure.

Thanks to Phonak for the use of their hearing loss simulator

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