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From symptoms to treatment: Everything you need to know about age-related hearing loss
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Busting five common myths about tinnitus

Busting five common myths about tinnitus

Understanding this chronic condition is the first step to dealing with it better.
Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out. Source: Getty Images.
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Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out.
Nearly 2 in 3 adults over 60 experience hearing decline—why are so many waiting to seek help? Source: Getty Images.
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Why so many older adults are delaying treatment for hearing loss

Why so many older adults are delaying treatment for hearing loss

Hearing loss is common—but it doesn’t have to go untreated. Learn why early action is key.
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Can earwax build up cause hearing loss? Scientists say yes, and that’s not all

Can earwax build up cause hearing loss? Scientists say yes, and that’s not all

Ear wax can cause a range of issues not limited to just hearing loss — and older adults are at greater risk of ear wax build-up issues.
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What your body is trying to tell you about your health with ear wax

What your body is trying to tell you about your health with ear wax

Earwax comes in different colours, making it tricky to know what's normal and when to be concerned about your health.
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Clear out ear wax with these 7 at-home methods

Clear out ear wax with these 7 at-home methods

These natural ways to remove ear wax are a great way to avoid cotton buds, pointed objects and other implements that could damage your ear canal.
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The hearing aid upgrade you can now secure for FREE

The hearing aid upgrade you can now secure for FREE

Hearing technology is easier and more discreet than ever. Here’s a budget-savvy way to make the most of it.
The power of Cochlear implants: A story of restoration and resilience
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The power of Cochlear implants: A story of restoration and resilience

The power of Cochlear implants: A story of restoration and resilience

Caroline's story is a powerful reminder to anyone putting off that hearing check.
There are some aspects of hearing loss we don't address often enough. Source: Getty Images.
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The often overlooked link between hearing loss and cognitive decline

The often overlooked link between hearing loss and cognitive decline

In our noisy world, preserving good hearing often gets sidelined in our quest for well-being. Yet, research underscores the hidden link between hearing loss and cognitive health, shedding light on an often overlooked connection.

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Hearing loss can have more effects on health that most people don't realise. Source: Getty Images
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Hear, hear: How hearing aids can benefit your health and your happiness

Hear, hear: How hearing aids can benefit your health and your happiness

Untreated hearing loss can have a variety of effects on health. The use of hearing aids can reduce risk of dementia, depression, and falls significantly.
Aside from not being able to hear well as you used to, hearing loss can have a multitude of effects on your life. Source: Getty
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Connecting the Dots: Hearing loss, cognitive decline, and dementia

Connecting the Dots: Hearing loss, cognitive decline, and dementia

If left untreated, hearing loss can lead to a raft of issues affecting your quality of life, including an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss
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Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss

Understanding the hidden risks associated with untreated hearing loss

What a lot of people don’t realise is that there is an important link between healthy ageing and the ability to hear well.
Helping your loved one with hearing loss. Source: Getty
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How to support a loved one with hearing loss

How to support a loved one with hearing loss

Hearing loss can be a challenging experience, but with the right support and understanding, individuals with hearing loss can lead fulfilling lives.
All the nitty-gritty details you need to know about hearing aids and cochlear implants. Source: Getty
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Cochlear implants vs hearing aids: Which is right for me?

Cochlear implants vs hearing aids: Which is right for me?

While both help aid people with hearing loss, these two solutions are quite different with one option more suitable than the other depending on your condition.
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