How to find the hearing aid that's right for you
Many hearing care professionals will only sell one or two brands and, therefore, it's important to do your research to make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck.
Scientists successfully grow human cochlear cells
Scientists have been able to successfully grow human cochlear cells that can be used to replace faulty cells in people born deaf or with significant hearing loss due to a genetic error.
How to tackle tinnitus
With tinnitus affecting about 30 per cent of Australians, it’s a common and distressing hearing concern. But there are steps you can take to relieve the symptoms.
Top three hearing myths explained
Contrary to popular belief, hearing loss doesn’t just affect older people. During Hearing Awareness Week, we debunk the top three hearing myths so you can better understand this condition.
How to prevent noise-related hearing loss
The key to protecting your hearing from noise-related injury lies in knowing the causes of hearing loss and limiting your exposure.
Can a Fitbit improve your hearing?
Did you know that by keeping your heart healthy, you can also reduce the likelihood of suffering from hearing loss?
Hearing loss link to dementia
A study has compared adults with normal hearing and those with impaired hearing, and found a link between hearing loss and a reduction in brain size.
Focus exercises for hearing
Whilst it is always best to see a qualified hearing specialist when it comes to managing the symptoms of hearing loss, there are a few things you can do yourself to help you maintain better hearing. These are called focus exercises.
Signs of hearing loss
Hearing loss can be gradual and therefore difficult to diagnose if it’s a real problem. If you’re experiencing a few of the following symptoms, then it’s time to take action.
Foods to help fight hearing loss
Good health includes good hearing, and having a balanced diet can help prevent age-related hearing loss. By including or increasing certain minerals in your diet, you could help to reduce your risk of hearing loss.
Do you have hearing problems?
Are you one of the 4.2 million Australians who have hearing loss?
Four degrees of hearing loss
Hearing loss varies greatly between each person, and can occur due to a combination of reasons including long-term exposure to loud noises, heredity pre-disposition, a result of an illness or old age.