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The Impact of Menopause on Hearing Health

Discover how menopause can impact your hearing, from tinnitus to balance issues. Learn about the connection and how to protect your hearing during this life transition.

Ear Wax: What is it and How Do I Get Rid of It? | Connect Hearing

If you have noticed a loss of hearing or are experiencing a fullness sensation in one or both ears, you may have an ear wax buildup. Here are some ways to know.

Do Your Ears Get Red and Hot? 10 Reasons Why!

Red Ears — it’s something that happens occasionally and there is usually an easy explanation. The outer ear has delicate, sensitive skin and is made up of “hills and valleys” that collect sound waves and channel them into the auditory canal. But sometimes, things can happen to cause what’s called vasodilation where blood flows to the external ear causing it to appear red, hot, and irritated.

World Hearing Day - Ear and Hearing Care for All!

Over 1.5 billion people live with hearing loss, but there's still much misinformation about hearing loss prevention, hearing tests, and more. That's why days like March 3, the World Health Organization's World Hearing Day, are so important. Whether you want to contribute for one day or the entire month of March, you can help raise awareness about hearing loss and make a real difference in people's lives. In recognition of this year's theme, "Ear and hearing care for all!" we've compiled a list of ways you can promote good hearing health in your community.

Tips for Navigating Christmas With Hearing Loss

Christmas is a time for families and friends to spend together, and you and your loved ones deserve to enjoy every moment. Hearing issues don't have to impact the fun. By making just a few changes, holiday get-togethers can become much more supportive environments for anyone hard of hearing.

Tinnitus Awareness Week 2023 - Understand Tinnitus Causes, Prevention, Misconceptions

Tinnitus Awareness Week is a fantastic time to learn about tinnitus, an often misunderstood issue that affects as many as half a million Australians. This information can benefit tinnitus sufferers and non-suffers alike. Those without can learn about prevention and better empathise with loved ones, while those with tinnitus can discover resources and support options they might not have known about.

Your Ultimate Guide to Holiday Travel With Hearing Aids

Traveling with hearing aids this holiday season? Discover tips to fly confidently and enjoy a stress-free trip with hearing loss.

Modern hearing aids

Modern technology and advances in the field of hearing aids make it possible for you to live a life without limitations. In addition, modern hearing aids offer many other functions that make everyday life with a hearing aid easier and more convenient. Find out more below about the advantages of modern devices, and what the future of hearing aids holds in store.

Hearing Aid Dos and Don'ts

If you rely on your hearing aids to stay connected to the world of sound, it can be tempting to wear them all the time. But just like any tech, there are times when it's best to give your hearing aid a break. In this blog post, we'll walk you through some simple dos and don'ts of wearing your hearing aid so you'll know exactly when and where it’s okay to use it.

Hearing aid batteries

Hearing aids are becoming increasingly smaller and more powerful, regardless of whether they run on standard or rechargeable batteries. While a rechargeable battery can be regularly charged, standard hearing aid batteries will need to be replaced. In general, when deciding on which battery to buy, it's worth taking the following into consideration: type, performance, manufacturer, service life, quality, and capacity. Below you will find all the information you need to make buying and changing your batteries as straightforward as possible, allowing you to get the most out of your hearing aid.

Best Apps for People Who Are Hard of Hearing or Experiencing Hearing Loss

The development of hearing aids was a huge development to improve the lives of anyone experiencing hearing loss. And as technology is improving all the time, there are now hundreds of apps for hearing-impaired people available that can make communication and entertainment more accessible.

9 Tips for Troubleshooting Your Hearing Aid

There’s nothing more frustrating than a hearing aid that’s not working properly. Like any kind of electronic device, hearing aids can malfunction from time to time. But with these handy hearing aid troubleshooting tips, you should know what to do the next time you’re having a problem with your device.

The 5 Most Common Causes of Tinnitus

Ringing or buzzing sounds in one or both ears is a condition known as tinnitus. In some cases, the sounds are so loud they interfere with a person’s ability to concentrate.

The 7 best ways to relieve stress tinnitus

If you suffer from tinnitus, otherwise known as ringing in the ear, you are probably eager to find a way to eliminate the annoying sounds. While getting rid of the condition is not particularly easy, there are effective ways to help alleviate your symptoms. Read on the learn more.

Pulsatile Tinnitus

Pulsatile tinnitus is a rare condition, brought on by constricted blood flow in and around the ears. While tinnitus consists of seemingly random hissing, rushing or roaring sounds, with pulsatile tinnitus, the sounds come in time to the rhythm of your own heartbeat. Most people experience pulsatile tinnitus in just one ear, but it can occur in both. And while pulsatile tinnitus usually isn’t anything to worry about, the condition may be a sign of an underlying health complication – so speak to your GP if you’re not sure what’s causing your symptoms. Here, we’ll look at some of the most important information about pulsatile tinnitus.

Most Common Causes of Tinnitus Flare-ups and Spikes

Tinnitus is a hearing condition where sufferers hear a continuous ringing in the ears. While temporary tinnitus caused by something like being at a rock concert will usually go away by itself after a few days, chronic tinnitus is always there.

How to Recognise the First Signs of Tinnitus

Tinnitus is common, but it’s important to recognise signs early so that it doesn’t become more serious or permanent. Here are things to look for (and listen for!) to see whether or not you have tinnitus.

Does tinnitus go away?

Have you ever experienced ringing in your ears before? If the answer is yes, you can easily imagine how awkward and annoying the sensation can be. The first time it happens, you probably try to ignore the buzzing sound coming from deep inside your ear canal and carry on with the rest of your day. Trouble starts when you cannot ignore the noises in your head any longer despite your best effort. This is the point when you begin an internal dialogue, trying to convince yourself that there is no cause for concern. After all, tinnitus does not stay forever and usually goes away on its own. But as days go by and the loud noises, buzzing sounds relentlessly stick around, you begin to worry and doubt that the ringing will ever stop.

Listening Fatigue Explained: The Hidden Toll of Hearing Loss and How to Fight It

Top Tips for Navigating Grief Following Hearing Loss Diagnosis

Learn how to cope with hearing loss, manage emotions, and find tools to confidently adjust after your diagnosis.

How to Manage Temporary Hearing Loss After a Concert

Experiencing ringing or muffled hearing after a concert? Learn simple, effective ways to manage temporary hearing loss and help your ears recover fast.

Can Seasonal Changes Affect Your Hearing?

Did you know the seasons can affect your hearing? Learn how weather changes impact auditory health and get tips to protect your hearing year-round.

8 Famous Musicians Who Suffer With Hearing Loss or Tinnitus

Hearing loss and tinnitus are common among musicians due to noise exposure. Discover famous singers who experience hearing changes and raise awareness.

The Best Caption Apps to Aid Your Hearing Loss

Explore the best caption apps for hearing loss that transcribe speech, stream audio, and boost communication. Discover tools to enhance connection and independence.