Hearing problems and loss Posted or Updated on 21 Mar 2022

Do you find it difficult to hear when there is a lot of background noise? Do you find it difficult to keep up with the conversation? Do other people comment about how loud your TV or radio is? If so, you may be suffering from hearing loss. It’s not unusual for other people to notice you are struggling to hear before you do. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hearing-loss/

One in five adults, a total of twelve million people in the UK, have hearing loss or deafness. If you meet someone who suffers from hearing loss or deafness, you can ask them how to make communication easier for them. It might include sitting face to face so they can read your lips more easily, or sitting on their “good” side. https://rnid.org.uk/information-and-support/deaf-awareness/