The dangers of headphones

Tinnitus

About 35 years ago, I can remember buying my first personal music system – an AIWA personal cassette player – state of the art then, but I suspect only found in museums now.

Tinnitus, the hidden disability

Man with hearing problem

Having recently injured my shoulder enough to warrant a trip to A&E and a sling for two weeks, it was with some trepidation, when complete with sling, I stepped on to the tube to get to work.

Attitudes to hearing aids

TDT in use source hrm

I recently misplaced a contact lens and had to wear my glasses for several days while waiting for the replacement lens arrived. While I was very self conscious of my glasses, it was interesting that very few people commented on them.

Protect your hearing at summer music festivals

audience celebration clouds

Across the UK, thousands of people are currently preparing for a summer of music festivals. These events can be lots of fun but the extremely loud music can also put you at risk of tinnitus and hearing loss.