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12 Reasons To Schedule A Free Hearing Check
Hearing loss happens. 1 in 6 Australians affected by hearing loss, making it the 3rd most common condition affecting older Australians. 1 in 6 Australians is affected by hearing loss. This alone should incentivize you to schedule a free hearing check, but there are many other reasons too. Fortunately, hearing loss is very treatable and…
Read ArticleWhat Do You Hear?
Some of our best moments as ihear clinicians come from the follow-up appointments, when we meet again with patients who’ve been recently fitted with hearing aids. More often than not they want to relate their tales of the sounds they can hear now, that they hadn’t even realised how much they were missing…or not missing, in the…
Read ArticleWhy Bring a Plus One to Your Hearing Appointment
The journey back to your best hearing health isn’t one you should have to take alone. In fact, bringing a family member or friend along to your audiology appointment can be a beneficial and positive experience. They can fill in some of the blanks of your hearing loss experience During your first appointment and interaction…
Read ArticleWarning Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is commonly referred to as an invisible health condition and early signs of hearing loss are often overlooked. Unlike other medical conditions, you can’t physically see the signs of hearing loss and the warning signs that do occur are very subtle. Because the changes often occur gradually, it is quite common for individuals…
Read ArticleWe Know You Are Busy but Mark This Appointment in Your Calendar
As Australians grow both more concerned and better educated about their health and well-being, many already see the importance of regular health checks. You might have an annual GP visit on your list, six-monthly dental checks and cleanings, and maybe others on top of that too! We keep ourselves healthy through eating right and staying…
Read ArticleDo’s and Don’ts of Travelling With Hearing Aids
Our hearing aids become an extension of ourselves. As we travel for fun and work, here are some things to remember to make sure we always take the best care for our hearing aids when travelling. Do’s Don’ts For more tips, speak to a hearing professional at an ihear clinic near you.
Read ArticleFour Tips for Communicating With Someone Who Has Hearing Loss
We all mishear things from time to time, even those of us with perfect natural hearing. In someone with hearing loss, hearing aids can do an amazing job at correcting it, but the loss itself is not reversible. This means that the hearing aids have to work together with the auditory system’s remaining hair cells…
Read ArticleLearning How to Use Hearing Aids Takes Time, Patience and Practice
If you’ve just resolved to improving your hearing health by investing in hearing aids – well done! Life is only going to get more fulfilling from here. Hearing aids are complex and amazing little pieces of technology. However, there are a number of ways you can help your hearing aids work harder for you. After all, teamwork…
Read ArticleCan Hearing Aids Cause Hearing Loss?
This is a myth we can bust! Hearing aids definitely do not cause hearing loss if fitted personally for you by a clinician. If this concern has been a barrier to yourself or someone you love in addressing a potential hearing loss, please read (or share) this article. This narrative should no longer block the way to…
Read ArticleHow Can I Support a Loved One With Hearing Loss
Many people do not like to talk about or admit to having a problem hearing. In fact, it takes on average seven years for someone with hearing loss to take action and seek treatment. That’s seven years of special moments avoided, conversations misheard and opportunities lost. And if they still aren’t aware of their condition,…
Read ArticleThe Importance of Frequent Hearing Check-ups
If this appointment isn’t in your diary, it should be. Just as a car needs regular services to avoid expensive, unexpected trips to the mechanic, a proactive approach to our health is key to avoiding nasty surprises! You might already schedule annual trips to your GP, dentist and optometrist, but have you considered how seeing…
Read ArticleDo You Have Diabetes? Put Your Hearing Health to the Test
We know that type 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia at epidemic proportions. More than 1.7 million Australians have diabetes, while 280 new cases are diagnosed every day. For us at ihear, many of the people we see in our clinics each day have diabetes. That’s why we’re driven to learn…
Read ArticleBeware the Online Bargain! Trust a Hearing Professional
Where would we be without online shopping? It’s arguably one of the greatest inventions of the 21st century. Ecommerce in Australia continues to grow and grow! A 2016 report by Australia Post notes that we’re seeing previously untapped consumer segments become more comfortable with shopping online. And what’s not to love? It’s convenient – most online…
Read ArticleThe Ten Minutes Daily Exercises for Hearing Success
If you’ve recently invested in hearing aids, or are looking to do so, you’re probably also thinking about ways to get the most bang for your buck. Well, we have some insider tips. The key to getting the most out of your new hearing aids is combining them with good rehabilitation practices and daily exercises….
Read ArticleTreating Hearing Loss Can Prevent a Third of Dementia Cases
Hearing loss is one of nine modifiable lifestyle factors for dementia In a recently published study, researchers concluded that “dementia is by no means an inevitable consequence” of aging. However, they suggest that nine modifiable “lifestyle factors might reduce, or increase, an individual’s risk of developing dementia.” Ranked from highest risk to lowest, those modifiable…
Read ArticleWhen Is It Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids?
In today’s world, technology is moving so fast it seems that soon as we buy something – a car, television, smartphone or laptop – a new one and more advanced model has hit the market. It’s a blessing and a curse! The exciting news is that the speed of progress also applies to hearing aids….
Read ArticleGeneral Ear Health Tips
Read our top tips for general ear health and your hearing will thank you. Some of these might even surprise you! 1. Ears are self-cleaning. No cotton tips or candles required! It’s normal to have some wax in your ears, even though you probably think it looks quite nasty! Wax has an important job to…
Read ArticleRechargeable vs. Disposable Hearing Aid Batteries: Now You Have a Choice
All hearing aids, regardless of the style, size, or technology level, have the same basic components: a microphone, an amplifier, a receiver, and a battery. The battery serves as the power source for hearing aids and is critical to ensure they perform as intended. Until recently, all hearing aid batteries were disposable. But now, many hearing…
Read ArticleHearing Loss Affects More Than Just Your Hearing
The impacts of untreated hearing loss run deeper than you might expect, going far beyond just your ears. Unfortunately, hearing loss can and does affect more than just your hearing. Here, we explore some of the challenges you might face if you ignore your hearing loss. With the correct treatment, many of these issues can…
Read ArticleLiving With Meniere’s Disease
Adjusting to Life With An Inner Ear Disorder like Meniere’s Disease Have you, or has a loved one, been diagnosed with Meniere’s disease? It can be an overwhelming time, especially for the newly-diagnosed. However, with the right healthcare partners and treatments, life can still be really good! The key to living with Meniere’s Disease is to…
Read ArticleFive Reasons You Shouldn’t Delay That Hearing Test
Hearing loss is nothing to be embarrassed about. After all, you’re in good company, with one in six Australians living with some form of hearing loss. Hearing loss can affect anyone at any age. It’s not just the domain of the elderly, as many believe. If you recognise any of these signs and symptoms in yourself…
Read ArticleDo’s and Don’ts of Getting Rid of Earwax
Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a grey, orange or yellow material made in the ear canal. It cleans and protects the ears from bacteria, dust, foreign particles, and microorganisms. In normal conditions, wax works its way out of the canal and into the ear opening naturally. However, when there is a buildup of wax,…
Read ArticleTen Tips to Protect Your Hearing
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is the only preventable type of hearing loss. Although you may adjust to the loud sounds over time, unfortunately, your ears and brain will not. Once you lose your hearing from exposure to loud sounds, known as a NIHL, your hearing will not recover. A NIHL is typically gradual; by the time you…
Read ArticleHearing Aid Battery Care: Understanding Your Battery’s Lifespan
One of the most annoying things that can happen with hearing aids is when you hear the tiny voice say “Low Battery.” But numerous factors affect how quickly your hearing aid batteries are used. The quality of your hearing aid batteries can affect many things: how long the batteries last before needing to be changed,…
Read ArticleThe Amazing Human Ear and How We Hear
As audiologists, we think that hearing is an absolute marvel of science. We’re not even biased! The ear of a human fetus in the womb can detect and respond to sounds starting at just 30 weeks old. After birth, we continue to recognize our own mother’s voice, along with other familiar sounds. As we grow up, hearing…
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