Hearing needs of the Armed Forces
In July 2014, The Royal British Legion produced a report entitled ‘Lost Voices’ which looked at the hearing needs of the Armed Forces community.
Have you been told to “learn to live with tinnitus”?
I have a great admiration for those who work in primary care. Nurses, doctors, receptionists who deal every day with people who are frightened, worried and are looking for answers for a myriad of health issues.
The dangers of headphones
About 35 years ago, I can remember buying my first personal music system – an AIWA personal cassette player – state of the art then, but I suspect only found in museums now.
Tinnitus, the hidden disability
Having recently injured my shoulder enough to warrant a trip to A&E and a sling for two weeks, it was with some trepidation, when complete with sling, I stepped on to the tube to get to work.
Attitudes to hearing aids
I recently misplaced a contact lens and had to wear my glasses for several days while waiting for the replacement lens arrived. While I was very self conscious of my glasses, it was interesting that very few people commented on them.
Protect your hearing at summer music festivals
Across the UK, thousands of people are currently preparing for a summer of music festivals. These events can be lots of fun but the extremely loud music can also put you at risk of tinnitus and hearing loss.