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What I Wish More People Knew About Tinnitus: An Audiologist’s Perspective
Have you ever wondered why you can hear the faint static of electrical wires at night or thought you’d left the bathroom tap running? Ringing, buzzing, whooshing, or humming sounds are just a few examples of what some people hear all the time. I’m Vanessa,...
Tinnitus in Australia: The Condition Affecting 1 in 3 Adults
Tinnitus is often referred to as “ringing in the ears,” but many people hear hisses, hums or buzzing with no external source. It can be constant or occasional, soft or loud, noticed in one or both ears, or even in the head. Crucially, tinnitus can affect...
Meet Infinio Ultra: Phonak’s Next-Gen Hearing Technology
Hearing is one of those senses we rarely think about, until it starts to fade. Whether it’s struggling to follow a conversation in a busy café or missing subtle sounds that make life amusing, hearing loss can quietly affect our confidence, relationships, and...
Is Your Child Ready for School? Why a Hearing Test Should Be on Your Checklist
The start of a new school year is an exciting time filled with new friends, new routines, and new opportunities for learning. Parents are busy ticking off school supplies, uniforms, and vision checks, but one crucial item is often overlooked: a hearing test....
How To Protect Your Hearing Aids During an Australian Summer
Australian summers are known for their scorching heat, high humidity, and long days spent outdoors. While we’re busy soaking up the sunshine, enjoying beach or pool days, socialising at a BBQ and exploring the great outdoors, it’s important to remember our...
Blocked Ears? Here’s Why Professional Ear Wax Removal Is the Safest Option
Everyone produces cerumen, more commonly known as ear wax. While it might not sound glamorous, ear wax actually plays a vital protective role, helping to keep your ears clean and healthy. It is formed when ceruminous and sebaceous glands produce oil and...