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1. Hearing Loss & Dementia If you are experiencing hearing loss, you are 33% more likely to develop dementia with age. A new study from University of Exeter and the University of Michigan provides further evidence that encouraging people to ...
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SUCCESS WITH HEARING AIDS Hearing aids “in the top drawer”, “too noisy”, “uncomfortable”, “hard to manage”. We’ve all heard these comments. Here is your guide to avoiding them and getting the best hearing help possible. THE BASICS Reduce wax blockage ...
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What is Tinnitus? We all have tinnitus – a sound in the head which can change in pitch and loudness. Common sounds heard are ringing, hissing, a pulse, “motors” and “cicada’s”. Many people become irritated, angry or even desperate, when ...
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While research into the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 commonly known as COVID-19 has been rather rapid and progressive, we are still yet to determine the pathogenesis and long-term health impacts for people who suffer from this pathogen. There is growing evidence ...
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  YOUR HEARING ASSESSMENT APPOINTMENT Congratulations on taking this first step – a test of hearing and ear health, and review of options for help!  This guide explains much of what will happen in your appointment. YOUR HISTORY We will ...
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Written By: Ian Henderson (Audiologist at the Art of Hearing) Republished and edited with permission from Audiology Now (Summer Edition 2007) Common Reasons Given for Not Trying Hearing Aids In most cases, the resistance is an understandable, human one. We ...
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Recent studies have indicated that hearing aids could potentially improve cognitive decline, an eventual outcome for those affected by hearing loss. Hearing loss is very common in older adults. On average, based on studies in Australia, Europe and the US, it ...
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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is a regulatory body, part of the Australian Government Department of Health, that is responsible for regulating prescription medicine, vaccines, vitamins & minerals, medical devices, blood and blood products. TGA’s role is to ensure risk-based approach ...
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Hemideina, an Australian start-up company is set to develop a first prototype, HERA, a wireless hearing implant designed to provide an alternative to traditional cochlear hearing aid implants. The technology is inspired by the New Zealand’s native Wellington tree weta, ...
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2019 marks 10 years since the Lyric invisible hearing aid was first developed. A hearing aid made from breathable material which could be inserted into the ear canal and worn long term. It was the world’s first truly invisible hearing ...
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