Understanding Diabetes-Related Hearing Loss Diabetes, especially type 2, has continuously increased in South Africa throughout the years, with an estimated 4.6 million people recorded living with the illness in 2021. With World Diabetes Day on the 14th of November, as audiologists, it’s imperative to help you understand that diabetes can have a significant impact on …
World Deaf Day World Deaf Day on September the 24th is an important date to acknowledge the accomplishments, courage and cultural significance of the global Deaf community. It’s also a day to honour the pivotal role that audiologists assume in championing the Deaf population. Tailored hearing assessmentsAudiologists hold a vital position in the evaluation of …
The Fascinating Connection Between Senses In the world of audiology, we often encounter unique and intriguing phenomena related to the human perception of sound. One such phenomenon is synesthesia, a neurological condition that creates a fascinating intermingling of the senses. In this blog post, we will explore synesthesia and its connection to auditory experiences, shedding …
Want to know how? That’s right – simply by filling in a SARS form and having it endorsed by a registered medical practitioner, you can claim back some of your out-of-pocket medical expenses. Claim on behalf of yourself, your spouse or a dependent. You simply have to prove your diagnosis of disability – that is, …
Vertigo is a symptom characterized by a spinning or whirling sensation, often accompanied by dizziness and imbalance. While the underlying causes of vertigo can vary, certain types of vertigo, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), can be effectively managed and improved by an audiologist. Causes of Vertigo Vertigo is often caused by a problem …
The link between hearing loss and dementia. Most of us believe that hearing loss is something that is part of life and is nothing more than an annoying inconvenience. However, this could not be further from the truth! Although hearing loss is more prevalent among older adults, affecting over 50% of individuals over the age …
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Noise pollution is the invisible “pandemic” we can’t escape! If you think about it, it’s everywhere. From loud traffic noise, generators, sirens, construction sites, and blaring music, to background noise from home appliances and conversations around us; we are bombarded by noise day and night. The older we get, the harder it becomes for us …
This year’s focus is “Ear and Hearing Care For All” – providing adequate hearing tests and support for people who can not afford the treatments others take for granted. People who are deaf or hard of hearing find it overwhelming when it comes to interacting with others. They may struggle academically and professionally, they may …
We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” The same can be said about judging people who struggle daily with hearing loss. Hearing people are totally unaware of what a person with hearing loss experiences on a daily basis. Besides the obvious hurdle of hearing in noisy environments and not being …
It’s called many things, including the Silly Season, but for several people, it’s a time of the year that can be exceptionally challenging, stressful and isolating. When everyone around you is celebrating, not being part of the festivities is a difficult predicament to be in. At Hearing Works, we want to map out some helpful …