Online hearing test
Test yourself: Should I get my hearing checked
Question 1 – Around the table
Do you have trouble following conversations, when there are 4 or more people present?
Question 2 – Family and friends
Have you received advice from your family or friends to get your hearing tested?
Question 3 – Understand what others say
Do you ever struggle to understand what others are saying because you cannot hear properly?
Question 4 – TV or radio
Do you find yourself turning up the TV or radio even when the volume is loud enough for others?
Thank you. Your answers show indications of hearing loss
We strongly recommend, that you book a free hearing test in one of our hearing clinics to determine if you have hearing loss.
The result is an indication. An in-person hearing test can determine if you have hearing loss.
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You are welcome to start the online hearing test, or submit form to book a FREE hearing test in a clinic near you.
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20% of people over 60 suffer from hearing loss. Many people don’t realise they have hearing loss. Now it’s easy to check. We do over 60,000 hearing screenings per annum.
6 signs that you should check your hearing
1. You find it difficult to follow conversations
2. You often ask people to repeat themselves
3. People seem to mumble when they speak
4. Friends or family comment on your hearing challenges
5. You turn up the volume on the TV higher than normal
6. You feel tired after straining to hear at social events
How to prepare for the test
- Find a quiet place where you can take the test without any disturbances.
- If possible, wear a pair of headphones, as this can improve test accuracy.
- You will have an opportunity to test the sound before you begin.
- Once you've done so, you're ready to start the test.
Life with hearing loss
Living with untreated hearing loss affects far more than your ability to hear. It may affect your ability to socialise with friends and family, leaving you feeling isolated or lonely.
Hearing loss can also affect your memory and your mental sharpness. It may even increase your risk for cognitive decline.
The good news is that hearing aids can improve your hearing so that you can enjoy engaging in your favorite activities and socialising with friends and family. Today's discreet, comfortable and technologically advanced hearing aids are effective at treating hearing loss, and they can significantly improve your quality of life.
FAQ
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Even though our online hearing screening is developed by audiologists and can provide insights into your hearing ability. Taking a hearing test at home cannot ensure that your listening conditions are optimal, so the results are not completely reliable. The online version of a hearing screening is not able to provide a medical diagnosis or identify the type of hearing loss. Only a certified hearing professional can diagnose you.
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Use our hearing centre locator to find a hearing clinic near you and book a free hearing test. Our hearing tests are free and regular hearing checks are recommended for people age 50+.
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Online hearing tests can you useful tool for assessing your hearing, but they're not as reliable as a professional hearing test conducted by an audiologist. Online hearing tests are typically not able to detect more subtle hearing issues that can only be identified by an audiologist. If you are concerned about your hearing, it is best to consult with an audiologist for a comprehensive hearing evaluation.