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Give Mum the Gift of Hearing for Mother’s Day
Lorraine, a proud mother of one of ihear’s esteemed clinicians, was fortunate enough to be sent on a life-changing journey to the Starkey headquarters in the UK. Through this trip, Lorraine received the precious gift of sound, enabling her to communicate in ways that were previously impossible. Her experience has left a profound impact, compelling her mother to share her inspiring story.
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How to Know if Your Loved One Has a Hearing Loss
It is normal to worry about the wellbeing and health of our loved ones as they age, and we often try support them in ageing well so that they can be healthy and happy for as long as possible. In order to do this, you need to know when something is wrong.
Read ArticleHow AI Powered Hearing Aids Can Help You Hear Better
Hearing aid technology continues to improve every year, and now there is new technology that utilises the power of artificial intelligence, also known as AI technology. When you hear AI technology, you may think of robots and machines taking over the world, but in the world of hearing, artificial intelligence can help hearing aids function more effectively.
Read ArticleHow Hearing Well Contributes to Our Overall Well-Being and Quality of Life
With one in six Australians experiencing hearing loss, causes can range from various health conditions such as trauma, genetics, ear infections, exposure to prolonged noisy environments, and as we mature with age our hearing can naturally decline.
Read ArticleHave You Ever Felt Like You’re Missing Out Connecting Virtually?
How we interact and communicate has changed dramatically and it highlights how important your hearing is to keep connected with family and friends. Listen to how improved hearing can have such an impact on one person. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/starkey-australia_hearbetterlivebetter-activity-6834297712058490880-iQw2
Read ArticleAffordable Hearing and Tinnitus Relief Join ihear
As of 30th July, 2021, ihear Australia acquired Affordable Hearing and Tinnitus Relief. We are excited for the staff of the 4 new locations to join our team as their values align with ours – highest level of hearing care and exceptional customer service. Our latest acquisition means we are extending essential hearing services to…
Read ArticleHappy Mothers Day
We wanted to take this opportunity to wish all the mums, stepmums and grandmothers a wonderful Mothers Day. With 90% of our staff being female, we wanted to acknowledge their huge contribution in balancing work and family life. We appreciate all the experience they bring. Here are a few of their stories: Krystal – ihear…
Read ArticleAnzac Day
We commemorate the contribution and suffering of all those who have served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. A sincere Thank you to all of our past and present Australian war veterans, and their families, for their dedication and service to our Nation. So that we may enjoy the freedoms and safety…
Read ArticleTreat Your Hearing Loss to Stay Mentally Healthy
October 10 is World Mental Health Day. It’s a day for global mental health education and awareness. We know that one in five Australians are impacted by mental illness. Among these people are our family, friends and colleagues. Sadly, many of those affected by poor mental health report a lack of understanding and stigma around…
Read ArticleLivio Edge AI: Advanced Hearing Technology in Today’s Age
Livio Edge AI from Starkey are versatile hearing aids that deliver exceptional sound quality and make it easier to hear people wearing face masks or social distancing. And — with the introduction of the world’s first and only 2.4 GHz custom rechargeable hearing aids — they have solved the problem of having hearing aids tangle with or get…
Read ArticleWhat Other Medical Conditions Are Associated With Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is a co-morbity (a co-occurrence of one or more disorders). The six major other medical conditions associated with hearing loss are social isolation and loneliness, depression, balance problems and falls, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and dementia. Additionally, beyond the medical conditions noted above, there are other comorbidities associated with hearing loss, including but not…
Read ArticleTips for Communicating with People Wearing Masks
COVID-19 has changed many elements of our daily lives. As lock-down restrictions change across the country, new norms are being introduced. These are intended to help stem the spread of the virus and keep us safe. Two measures most of us are familiar with are social distancing and wearing a face mask. For those with…
Read ArticleCool Features of Smartphone-Connected Hearing Aids
Today’s hearing aids are more sophisticated than ever! One of the greatest advances in hearing aid technology is the ability to pair them to a variety of smartphones, including Apple iPhones and several Android handsets. The connection between smartphones and hearing aids brings a long list of incredible benefits. Here is ihear’s top 10 list…
Read ArticleBe One of the First in Australia to Experience the Latest Revolutionary Advance in Hearing Technology
With Livio Edge AI, the power of artificial intelligence is at your fingertips, giving you the next-generation sound performance in the most challenging listening environments. Choose from a standard rechargeable style — or the world’s first custom rechargeable hearing aid — and give yourself the edge you deserve! Call us now on 1300 855 271…
Read Articleihear Is Offering Free Hearing Services
To help service our patients and patients of other hearing care providers who may be closed during the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering free hearing services Australia-wide. Free hearing checks. Our clinics are open, clean and safe environments. Please call in advance to make an appointment as we have social distancing measures inside our clinics….
Read Articleihear Australia: COVID-19 Update 2020-04-07
Our patients are our number one priority and we provide the best in hearing care. As such we have adapted our services at this time to make it safer and easier for you to access essential hearing services. To find out how you can utilize these services, you can call your local ihear clinic directly…
Read Articleihear Australia: COVID-19 Update 2020-03-27
Hearing healthcare has been classified an essential service by the Commonwealth Government. All ihear Australia clinics are clean, safe and open to serve our patients and the community. Please call on 1300 650 250 or contact us if you have any questions on how we are operating in the current environment.
Read Articleihear Australia: COVID-19 Update 2020-03-17
Our priority, as always, is the safety and care of our clients and staff. At this moment in time, all our clinics are open and we have taken extra measures to sanitise and increase hygiene procedures to create a safe environment. We are here to support you so if you have any concerns, please contact…
Read ArticleAustralian Bushfire Donations
Our thoughts are with all those affected by the bushfires, our support workers and the loss of lives, homes and wildlife. The scale and damage of these fires are beyond anything that we have seen or experienced.We are a company built on people helping people and want to do our part in helping those communities…
Read ArticleThree Ways to Make the Most Out of Your Hearing Care Follow-Up Appointments
Like your car, teeth, and even your financial portfolio, your hearing aids and hearing health can benefit from routine care and maintenance. After a hearing aid fitting, your hearing healthcare professional will likely recommend follow-up appointments. Hearing care follow-up appointments offer great opportunities to ask your hearing professional questions, have maintenance performed on your hearing…
Read ArticleOur Top Hearing Tips for the Party Season
At this time of year, most of us are gearing up to enjoy festive season catch up with workmates, friends and family. But if the thought of all those social occasions makes you cringe just a little, you’re not alone. For many Australians with hearing loss, the confounding noise of parties and gatherings can be…
Read ArticleHow Long Should My Hearing Aid Last?
If you’re reading this because you’ve made a hearing aid purchase, congratulations on making such a sound investment in your health! Now, there are a few things you’ll need to do to make sure your hearing aids will go the distance, and that you’ll get the maximum lifespan out of them. But how long should…
Read ArticleStarkey Foundation Mission Philippines 2019
Theresa from our ihear Caringbah clinic got the opportunity to travel to the Philippines to join the Starkey Foundation and provide much-needed hearing care to those in need. Over 500 patients, some travelling long distances to be seen and fitted with hearing aids. At first, I thought, “How are we going to fit, let alone…
Read ArticleChristmas Closures
Some clinic closures may vary, please contact your local ihear clinic for details.
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