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In 2020, more than ever before, we’re looking forward to a Christmas spent with our loved ones nearby. But for those with a hearing loss who struggle to understand group conversations, large gatherings can be daunting and a little isolating. Among the many lessons we’ve been faced with this year, we’ve learnt that isolation is […]

Good acoustics and reduced background noise make all the difference to how easily and comfortably you can hear. When we talk about acoustics, we are talking about the qualities that determine how a room or other enclosed space reflects sound waves. ‘Good acoustics’ means that the space is reflecting sound waves in a way that […]

Does it seem that over the year’s restaurants have been getting louder and louder? In our recent survey 72% of our respondents said they feel the background noise has gotten louder in restaurants and cafes, over the past 5 years. Having a conversation in a noisy restaurant can be difficult at the best of times, […]

Hearing decline can have a drastic effect on the lives of those who suffer from it. Beyond not being able to interact with the world around us as you’ve always done; unable to hear traffic, conversation or music, a decline in hearing has also been linked to cognitive decline and symptoms of depression and other […]

When you ask your dad what he wants for Father’s Day, the common refrain comes, “Your presence is present enough for me!” and while this is a lovely sentiment, it makes gift giving a little difficult. As our parents age, their hearing almost inevitably diminishes, but this doesn’t have to mean a breakdown in communication. […]

  Communication with a loved one, friend or a stranger with a hearing impairment can seem a little daunting if their hearing loss is significant, but this doesn’t need to be the case. In order to ensure both you and the person you’re talking to have a successful and enjoyable interaction, there are numerous strategies […]

Recent studies suggest yes, that as our brain naturally shrinks with age, those with hearing loss appear to experience brain shrinkage much more quickly than individuals without hearing loss. The study, conducted by Johns Hopkins’ researchers, examined 126 participants over 10 years with yearly Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI’s) to track brain activity, physicals and hearing […]

Earlier this week, the internet was sent on a frenzy due to a computer generated voice recording, which can be heard saying either Laurel or Yanny. With people hearing two different words, a lot of discussion has come about on what the audio is actually saying.   Yanny or Laurel Explanation With the debate taking […]

Christmas is for spending time with loved ones and spreading good cheer. But for those with hearing loss who struggle to understand group conversations, large gatherings can be daunting and isolating. This sense of isolation is very common, especially around the festive season. With one in six people in Australia now affected by hearing loss, […]