New survey results strike the need for FREE screenings to test for hearing loss, blood pressure and diabetes during Hearing Awareness Week later this month, in a roadshow staged by Hidden Hearing with the Irish Heart Foundation and Diabetes Ireland. More….
Did you know that more than 2.2 per cent of the population in Ireland suffer with hearing difficulties? This figure, gathered in the 2016 census, showed an increase of 11,616 people living with hearing loss since 2011, and most of More….
Did you know that large and very obvious hearing aids are a thing of the past? Today, hearing aids are very different and contain more sophisticated technology than a smartphone, so wearing hearing aids do not have to be a More….
Hearing loss has been a common problem throughout human history, but we are lucky to live in a time where highly sophisticated hearing aids are available to help those in need. Understanding the way in which hearing aid technology has More….
Cruise holidays are popular amongst all age groups, especially older holidaymakers, and there are several exciting cruise options out there to choose from. Cruises are a wonderful way to see the world, and you may be surprised by the variety More….
Nerve deafness, or sensorineural hearing loss, is a common form of hearing loss that is caused by damage to the hair cells in the inner ear, rather than by a blockage in the conduction of sound, which is known as More….
The news and the views, discussion and debate, the fun, frivolity and weighty issues of the day are all heard countrywide on a daily basis, courtesy of skilled broadcaster Joe Duffy and his compulsive listening ‘Liveline’ programme on RTÉ Radio More….
Did you know that cooking with hearing loss can be challenging? Many people do not associate cooking with sounds, but noises such as sizzling onions, boiling water and the beep of the timer are all sounds that make cooking an More….
Hearing loss is very common, and many people develop it as they age, but most are unaware that they could have been taking many simple steps to preserve their hearing throughout their lives. Hearing changes throughout our lives, and many More….
Did you know that migraines can be linked to hearing loss? Migraines are a form of headache that is characterised by light and sound sensitivity, nausea or vomiting, vision changes, and throbbing or pulsating pain. Migraines can last a few More….
