Throughout March, Hearing Australia is offering free 15-minute hearing checks for adults, aiming to encourage early intervention before hearing loss becomes a more significant issue.
With one in six Australians currently experiencing hearing loss, and projections estimating this number will rise to 7.8 million by 2060, addressing hearing health has never been more critical.
Recent research from Hearing Australia has highlighted that misconceptions, such as the belief that hearing aids are only for the elderly or are unaffordable, prevent many from seeking help when they need it most.
Despite the importance of hearing health, only one in four Australians over the age of 25 have had a hearing check in the last year. In contrast, three out of four have undergone routine medical checks such as blood tests or dental visits. Hearing Australia is hoping to change this statistic by encouraging Australians to prioritise their hearing just as they would other aspects of their health.
Hearing well is vital to staying connected with family, friends, and the broader community. Many people ignore the warning signs, such as needing to turn up the TV volume, struggling to follow conversations in noisy environments, or experiencing ringing in the ears.
Book your free 15-minute in-person hearing check at one of Hearing Australia’s 180 centres, including the Kotara, Wallsend and Maitland locations, online or by calling 134 HEAR. You can also access a free online hearing check, which will allow you to assess your risk in under five minutes by heading to hearing.com.au.
