Did you know it takes people seven years, on average, from the time a significant hearing loss is confirmed to move forward with trying hearing aids?

Many factors come in to play here: cost, hassle, access to services, as well as stigma. Stigma can present itself in a number of ways, such as: not wanting to admit a hearing loss, embarrassment about wearing hearing aids, concerns about the cosmetic appearance of hearing aids, and the perception that hearing aids make someone look look ‘old’ or impaired.

It’s true that hearing generally declines as we age. But some people are born with hearing loss or develop hearing loss early due to medical conditions, an accident or genetic factors. Your un-treated hearing loss is more noticeable than wearing modern hearing aids.

When you can’t hear properly your brain is multi-tasking to try to piece together information. This is tiring, can cause a delay in responding and sometimes means you get it wrong or even miss out altogether. Struggling with hearing is bad for your brain. Recent studies show people with untreated hearing loss are more likely to develop memory problems as they age. New data shows hearing aids reduce this risk by half, particularly for people with other health factors. (Jiang et al, Lancet, May 2023)

Modern hearing aids are easy to use, more effective in noise, very comfortable and offer technology like wireless Bluetooth streaming, can monitor health activity and detect falls, and link to apps for instant adjustment and online consultations.

If you or someone you love needs a hearing check, book in to see Teresa Burns, Doctor of Audiology.

Teresa Burns Hearing Ltd
New office: 25 Apollo Drive, Rosedale
09 475 9849
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