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- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Patterned hair loss
All men and women develop progressive patterned hair loss as they grow older.
- Vision loss - recreational activities
Many recreational activities can be reworked to suit a person who is blind or has low vision.
- Anosmia - loss of smell
People are less sensitive to smells the older they get, and women tend to have a more acute sense of smell than men.
- Hearing problems in children
The earlier that hearing loss is identified in children, the better for the child?s language, learning and overall development.
- Vision loss and sport
Many sports can be adapted to suit people who are blind or have low vision.