The connection between hearing loss and brain health has been studied for a number of years, and new guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) has brought the topic back into focus. For the first time, WHO has included hearing aids in its recommendations for reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia in adults […]
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At Blackberry Hearing, we believe hearing care should never be out of reach. Recently, we had the opportunity to help a couple whose story highlights just how difficult accessing essential hearing technology can be for many working families in Ireland. James Reardon and Ruth McSkane, a couple from Portarlington, Co. Laois, were facing a €10,000 […]
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We usually think of a hearing test as something we do to make sure we can hear clearly. What many people don’t realise is that taking care of your hearing can also help keep you steady on your feet. A recent study published in The Lancet Public Health found that older adults who received hearing […]
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Tinnitus, often described as a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears, is more common than you might think. For many people, it comes and goes, but for others, it can be a constant distraction. While it can be frustrating to live with, there are ways to manage it, and you don’t have to […]
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We often don’t think about our hearing and how our surroundings could damage our hearing. Sometimes, hearing protection can be overlooked, leading to irreparable damage resulting in noise-induced hearing loss. Why do we need hearing protection? We must protect our ears and hearing in environments exposed to loud noises. If you work in an environment […]
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The Irish Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists estimates that approximately one out of every twelve individuals are expected to develop permanent hearing loss in Ireland. Hearing loss can negatively impact our routines and limit our engagement in personal and social interactions. While natural hearing loss (presbycusis) commonly occurs as we age, there are instances […]
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