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With statistics showing that 47% of people have never had a hearing test, yet with deafness being the second most common disability in the UK with over one in five people living with a hearing loss over 25dB, the promotion of hearing health and deaf awareness is more crucial than ever before.
To encourage hearing health this Deaf Awareness Week, Gatwick Audiology will be holding two Open Days on May 8th at the Dorking Ear Care Centre and May 10th at the Pulborough Ear Care Centre. The Open Days will include FREE hearing tests (only by prior booking) and will showcase the latest advancements in hearing care and provide invaluable insights into maintaining hearing health.
There are more people living with hearing loss than diabetes, coronary heart disease and cancer put together! The number of people with hearing loss is also expected to rise to 14.2 million people by 2035.
The UK Council on Deafness created Deaf Awareness Week to increase the visibility of challenges the deaf community face and educate others on how they can support them and the week takes place from 6-12th May.
Whether you’re seeking expert advice, curious about cutting-edge hearing aid technology, or simply interested in learning more about your hearing health, the Open Days are the perfect opportunity to connect with expert audiologists and explore the world of better hearing.
Don’t become part of these statistics, take action today! As part of Gatwick Audiology’s commitment to promoting early detection and intervention for hearing loss, the FREE Hearing Tests promotion has been extended. These evaluations
provide valuable insights into your current hearing health and help you to take proactive steps towards maintaining optimal auditory function.
Supported by leading hearing aid manufacturer Signia, the Open Days will provide the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in hearing technology. Plus, take advantage of exclusive offers and discounts available only during this time.
Ignoring a potential hearing loss can impact our emotional well-being as well as our physical health and quality of life. It can also have a knock on effect with our family and friends. In this blog we explore the key reasons why hearing tests are so important and how they shouldn’t be scheduled and treated just the same as other routine health checks such as dentist and optician appointments.
Living with an undiagnosed hearing loss can make it difficult to keep up with conversations, making social interactions extremely difficult. This can lead to misunderstandings and social isolation. Routine hearing tests provide an opportunity to identify any changes in hearing which can be recognised and if needed, hearing aids can be used to restore the level of hearing.
For more information contact us on 0333 011 7717 or email us at hello@gatwickaudiology.co.uk to book an appointment. We look forward to seeing you!
