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Hearing

Expert insight, personal stories and practical advice on hearing from the Wellbeing Magazine archive.

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The Secret Social Life of Better Hearing

We've all experienced moments where we ask someone to repeat themselves or struggle to follow a conversation in a busy restaurant.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Aug 2026

Signs your Hearing Isn't as Good as it Should Be

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Signs your Hearing Isn't as Good as it Should Be

If your hearing isn’t as good as it could be, or if you feel as though you are dealing with things like listening fatigue or feel tired after a social outing

By Rachel Branson · 15 Dec 2025

Hearing loss leaves 75% feeling isolated this festive season

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Hearing loss leaves 75% feeling isolated this festive season

As the festive season approaches, a new survey of 1,000 people with hearing loss by Bayfields, the UK’s leading hearing and eye care provider, shines a light on the often hidden struggles of living with hearing difficulties. In the lead up to family gatherings and festive celebrations, many feel isolated, left out, and cut off from the laughter, conversation, and connection that make these moments so special. At a time when being close to loved ones matters most, countless people quietly face the frustration and loneliness of not being able to fully join in.

By Rachel Branson · 24 Nov 2025

There More to Hearing Than You Think!

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There More to Hearing Than You Think!

mild hearing deficiencies would demand extra use of many areas of the brain, attempting to improve our hearing understanding,

By Rachel Branson · 8 Mar 2025

How to Help Senior Parents With Hearing Loss?

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How to Help Senior Parents With Hearing Loss?

Hearing loss is the most common problem that most senior parents often face. As they age, they’re likely to develop a wide range of health problems, and hearing loss is one of them.

By Rachel Branson · 31 Oct 2023

Improving Ear Health: Here’s What You Should Do

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Improving Ear Health: Here’s What You Should Do

The sense of hearing is vital for human survival. It helps you communicate, be wary of your surroundings, and enjoy all forms of media. It is an important sense that plays a crucial role in general physical and mental well-being.

By Rachel Branson · 21 Mar 2023

Diseases That Can Cause Tinnitus and What Is the Cure

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Diseases That Can Cause Tinnitus and What Is the Cure

Have you ever had someone complaining of hearing “ringing in the ears” or hearing clicking, hissing, or whistling sounds? Those are classic symptoms of a condition known as Tinnitus.

By Rachel Branson · 11 Jun 2021

Taking a risk with your hearing

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Taking a risk with your hearing

Almost three quarters of UK adults have never had their hearing checked by a hearing care professional.

By Rachel Branson · 28 Jan 2018

What's wrong with ME?

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What's wrong with ME?

Chronic fatigue syndrome and ME, a diagnosis that can send shivers up the spine of the most hardy of patients. Instant relief at the diagnosis followed by total dismay at the vague advice on.

By Rachel Branson · 6 Nov 2017

Otovent Balloon could reduce childhood surgery

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Otovent Balloon could reduce childhood surgery

NICE Issues Technical Guidance on Otovent Balloon that Could Reduce Childhood Surgery and Save the NHS Millions An auto inflation device could be used as a first-line non-surgical, drug-free treatment option for glue ear.

By Rachel Branson · 14 Mar 2016

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