If you know someone with a hearing loss

If you know someone with a hearing loss, you've probably already witnessed some typical reactions: denial, frustration and anger.

Numerous studies have shown that hearing loss is more than a personal inconvenience. It not only affects the person who has a hearing loss; it has an impact on all those with whom they interact - their families, friends and colleagues.

The good news is that when hearing loss is detected and treated, people report significant improvements in many areas of their lives.

Read more about the symptoms of a hearing loss, what you can do to help if the person in question has not yet decided to use hearing aids, and ways to improve communication.

This article courtesy of Starkey

Accepting your child's hearing loss -
Once you have discovered that your child has a hearing loss, a demanding time begins for you and your family.

Signs of Hearing Loss in Children
If you are experiencing that your child exhibits one or more of the following signs we would advise you to contact your family doctor to have your child's hearing checked.

Hearing Loss Indicators -
There are conditions which may occur before birth, during infancy or in childhood that may affect a child's ability to hear normally.