Handwriting Has Been Redefined The University of California, San Diego has developed an interesting new piece of technology; a glove which utilises sensors in order to convert sign language (ASL) into text on a screen, be it a computer or smartphone. It’s not the first of its, however, it is cheaper and far more portable… Read more »
For a lot of people, hearing aids are an essential part of staying aware in their surroundings, and without them; they can be quite vulnerable. Hearing aids are designed for daytime use only, and should be removed at night before getting into bed. But, what happens if a fire starts in a house or somebody… Read more »
Every day our ears are exposed to all sorts of sounds and volume levels, but how much is too much? Human ears can usually handle sounds under 75dB for any period of time but, once we surpass that volume level it can be damaging. Exactly how much damage is done depends on the volume level… Read more »
People on the autistic spectrum can ‘take in’ more sounds at any given moment, compared to non-autistic people, according to new research from UCL. The Centre for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE) at UCL have recently published findings which identify people with Autism have increased capacity for auditory processing. These findings improve our understanding… Read more »
With advances in modern technology, hearing aids are better than they’ve ever been and the stigma relating to them is slowly receding. So what’s making hearing aids more appealing? It is perhaps all of the new features now available, which improve accessibility beyond that of people with normal hearing. For example, hearing aid users can… Read more »
What have you heard about hearing aids? Hearing aids have not yet entered the mass market, and as a result, many people carry misconceptions about the life-restoring devices. We’ve put together a short article, highlighting a few of the most common misinterpretations people make. Here is Hearing Healthcare Centre’s Fact vs Fiction!
The New Phonak Virto B-Titanium Hearing Aid Introducing the New Phonak Virto B- Titanium, the In-The-Ear hearing aid made from medical grade titanium. The Virto B-Titanium is Phonak’s smallest hearing aid ever! These aids are perfect for those looking for a discreet hearing solution. With the use of Titanium shells these aids are the… Read more »
Most people think of hearing aids primarily as a solution to their hearing impairment, but hearing aids have many more benefits which people either forget about, or do not know about. Below is a list of health benefits of hearing aids. Just in case better hearing wasn’t enough! Cognition – Keeping your mind sharp Last… Read more »
Researchers in the US and Canada have been working to reduce the risk of ototoxic hearing loss, caused by cisplatin. Cisplatin is a common drug used in cancer treatments; a component drug of certain chemotherapy treatments. Cisplatin is a known ototoxic drug, which can greatly impact the inner ear. It can cause… Read more »
Swimming is a fun, healthy activity, but how can swimming regularly affect your ears? What is swimmer’s ear? It doesn’t matter if you’re swimming in a pool, open water or the sea, you will be susceptible to an infection known as otitis externa, which is more commonly known as swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear is caused by… Read more »
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