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‘Nature’s sounds are back in my life’

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AS MANY as ten million people in the UK experience hearing loss, which can have a devastatin­g effect on daily life. Research shows they are more likely to have communicat­ion difficulti­es, become more socially isolated and have mental and physical health problems. It has even been revealed that there may be a link between hearing loss and dementia. One thing’s for sure. The longer you put up with hearing loss, the more you miss out on — and the more noticeable it becomes. However, today’s modern hearing aids can provide a lifechangi­ng experience, allowing you to suddenly hear sounds you haven’t heard for a long time and regain the freedom to go to parties and restaurant­s where your hearing might have been compromise­d before. Far more people wear hearing aids than you realise, thanks to new types that are so tiny they are called ‘invisible’. These aids are very popular with people who would rather not let others know they are wearing a hearing aid. If you want to experience what a difference hearing aids can make, you can always ask for a free demonstrat­ion. Most profession­al practices will be pleased to offer you this service. Hearing aid user John Brown says: ‘My partner says I am the new man in her life and we both benefit from the return of social repartee and chat. I can enjoy office banter again, while music appreciati­on and nature’s sounds are back in my life.’ And June Line says: ‘Now I have my hearing aids I wouldn’t leave home without them. ‘They keep me in touch with the world around me, so I can continue my social life.’ In the private sector you’ll benefit from a fast, considerat­e, specialist service to help you find the right hearing aid for you, with a free, no-obligation hearing test in your home or local centre and have a much wider choice of the world’s best hearing aids at a range of prices. And unlike the NHS, your local audiologis­t will also be able to provide accessorie­s which can wirelessly link to your TV, mobile phone or landline for improved clarity and understand­ing. A great place to start is to read a guide to the options, which will explain how digital hearing aids could help change your life.

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