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Introducing Queensland’s First Mini Rechargeable Invisible-in-the-Ear Hearing Aids

Your Trusted Audiology Clinic Sets a New Standard in Innovation In the ever-evolving world of audiology, our dedication to staying ahead of the curve with the latest technology has always been our driving force. We’re stoked to announce that Falls of Sound is the first audiology clinic in Queensland to introduce the smallest rechargeable invisible-in-the-ear …

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Hearing health across the ages

Hearing health across the ages

A common stigma associated with hearing loss is that losing your hearing means you are old. After all, presbycusis – age-related hearing loss – is very common from about 65 years old. But a hearing loss can manifest in all sorts of ways and therefore at any age. So what does a hearing loss like …

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Too much noise exposure

The effects of noise exposure

  Nowadays it is well known that being around loud noise over an extended period of time can damage your hearing. But why is this the case? And how much noise is too much   The hearing process   Inside the cochlea (the organ of hearing or “inner ear”) there are thousands of inner and …

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Phonak Slim

New product: Phonak Slim

This month Phonak released a fancy new addition to their Lumity line: The Phonak Slim. This specially shaped-hearing aid is designed not only for great sound but also for comfort and style.  The specifics The Phonak Slim hearing aid is, as the name suggests, a long slim device sitting behind the ears. The particular appeal …

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Hearing aids and hearing

Hearing and Hearing Aids.

Hearing loss is a condition where a person experiences a reduced ability to perceive sounds. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including age, exposure to loud noises, infections, genetics, and certain medications. Hearing loss can range from mild to severe, and it can affect one or both ears. Devices and technology Hearing …

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Hearing Awareness Week 2023.

The 27th of February to the 3rd of March 2023 marks Hearing Awareness week this year. This is a week dedicated to promoting awareness and research on hearing loss, and assistance to the hearing impaired. It is also highlighted by World Hearing Day on the 3rd of March every year. This year’s theme is “Ear …

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Meniere's Disease

Meniere’s disease and hearing.

When thinking about ears, the first idea that comes to mind is, of course, one’s hearing. However, your ears serve more purposes than just letting you hear what’s around you. For example, your ears are an essential part of dealing with changes in pressure. And, as many people are aware, ears are also a crucial …

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Simple communication strategies

Simple communication strategies

One might struggle to hear for many reasons, even while wearing hearing aids. The environment, size of the room, the direction of speech and much more. Wearing hearing aids and accessories (like a microphone) can help. There are a number of other simple things you and your conversation partner can do to help further.  Basics. …

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Symptoms of Hearing Loss.

Symptoms of Hearing Loss.

When masks were introduced as a daily reality about two years ago, it was a massive change for everyone. There certainly was a period of adaptation for almost all of us. For many, it was more than just getting used to cover your mouth and nose. For them, it was realising how subconsciously reliant they …

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A brief history of hearing aids.

A brief history of hearing aids.

Hearing aids have been around for a lot longer than one might think. But over the years, the design and features of these devices have drastically changed. Many people first looking at hearing aids today are surprised at the size and versatility of these little gadgets. After all, many of us have the image of …

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Which sounds will hurt my ears

Which sounds will hurt my ears?

Most of us know prolonged exposure to loud noises can lead to hearing loss. The noise-induced loss is the second most common hearing loss after general ageing. We understand standing under a jet engine all day will damage hearing, but how much is too much? What about those Metallica concerts you went to in your …

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Tech savvy

Let’s get tech-savvy!

Hearing aids have been rapidly growing in technological capabilities. They get smaller, they are rechargeable, and battery life is increased with each model. And of course, enhanced sound quality, speech clarity and background noise diminution. For many people, the importance of hearing aids starts and ends with getting better hearing. For those who are a …

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Starkey Evolv AI

Starkey Evolv AI new products.

Exciting news from across the world with new products this month! The American brand Starkey has just launched their new “Evolv AI” hearing aids, packed with exciting features. Starkey focuses on taking hearing to the next level by looking after your general health at the same time. New models, new technology and a new approach …

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New Audeara Headsets

New Audeara Headsets.

As audiologists, there’s one question we often hear new patients ask when they’re just not quite ready. “What’s the step between hearing aids and no hearing aids?”. When told one has a hearing loss, the thought of wearing hearing aids sometimes feels too extreme. But generally, if you’ve come for a hearing test, it means …

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Earwax removal

Earwax removal, a painless procedure.

Everyone’s ears create earwax. It’s one of the human body’s more unpleasant forms of protection against natural elements – special mention to excessive sweating here! For most people, earwax is not a bother more than an occasional itchy ear. In some cases, however, wax can build up to obstruct the ear canal. This can lead …

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