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- Hearing tests
A ringing sensation in the ears (tinnitus), or people complaining that you talk too loudly are signs you may need to have your hearing checked.
- Hearing loss - auditory neuropathy
Auditory neuropathy is hearing loss caused by a disruption of nerve impulses travelling from the inner ear to the brain.
- Hearing loss - lipreading
Lipreading can help people who are hearing impaired to cope better with their hearing loss.
- Ears - ways to protect your hearing
Once hearing is damaged, it often can't be restored.
- Hearing problems in children
The earlier that hearing loss is identified in children, the better for the child?s language, learning and overall development.
- Hearing loss - how it affects people
Many people with hearing loss experience a drop in self-esteem and confidence because of their impaired ability to communicate.
- Hearing loss - communication in the workplace
If you are unsure how to best communicate with a colleague who has a hearing impairment, ask them.
- Usher syndrome
Services aim to help a person with Usher syndrome prepare for the dual loss of sight and hearing.
- Hospital admission – what to expect
Going to hospital is stressful for many people, but knowing what happens on admission to hospital and understanding your hospital’s admission procedure can help reduce some anxiety.
- Support and advice in hospital
A hospital stay can be stressful for patients and their loved ones. All Victorian hospitals offer hospital support and hospital advice to people needing extra help.