Living with a Hearing Aid

A blog covering how to engage fully with life and the people you care about

Editorial team

All blog posts are written by hearing aid experts working at Oticon.

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  • 21/10/24
    Eat your way to healthy hearing!
    It’s important to protect your ears against loud noise and ear infections. You might know this. But did you also know that certain foods can help prevent age-related hearing loss and the progression of hearing loss?
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  • 23/01/24
    Five useful daily tips
    We have compiled a list of five useful tips that you can incorporate into your everyday life.
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  • 23/01/24
    Top tips for enjoying a party with hearing aids
    Invited to a wedding, backyard barbecue, or family gathering? We understand that attending social events with hearing aids can present a challenge. But with our tips and guidance, there’s no need to feel stressed. Enjoy every party this year, including all the sounds and conversations that make memories so special.
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  • 13/11/23
    Summer hearing aid care guide
    Summer’s finally here! This means outdoor fun, sunshine, and more. You might be ready, but are your hearing aids? Your hearing devices need a little extra loving care during the hot days of summer, but don’t worry – just check out our tips in our summer hearing aid care guide!
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  • 05/12/22
    The pros and cons of “invisible” hearing aids
    In-the-ear hearing aids can be a tempting choice- especially beacuse of their discreetness. But are they the right choice for you? Learn more in this blogpost.
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  • 04/05/22
    Reversing a hearing loss: what's the best way to restore hearing?
    Whether a hearing loss can be reversed depends on which kind it is. Find out if a hearing loss can be restored and how.
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  • 04/05/22
    Becoming a hearing aid user to treat tinnitus: how does it work?
    Hearing aids are common treatment for hearing loss, but did you know they can also relieve tinnitus? In this blog post we outline how hearing aids can relieve symptoms of tinnitus, as well as what else can help.
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  • 05/04/22
    Top tips for enjoying a festive (dinner) party with a hearing aid
    Most people look forward to a festive dinner, wedding or party. Living with a hearing loss and wearing a hearing aid can mean conversation is extra challenging at these social events.
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  • 10/05/21
    What you can do to support a colleague with hearing loss
    Working with a colleague who lives with hearing loss is challenging. For you and for them. Here's what you can do to support them.
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  • 08/04/21
    Which hearing aid was best in our test?
    We put 3 of the best hearing aids in the world in a realistic noisy environment – to show you how well they can help you.
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  • 01/12/20
    3 tips for getting the most out of your rechargeable hearing aid batteries
    From tips for not forgetting to optimal charging techniques, find out how to get the most out of you rechargeable hearing aids.
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  • 20/10/20
    Why it’s so important your hearing aids are brain-friendly
    There’s been a revolution in hearing aids, thanks to a better understanding of how hearing works in the brain. Read on to find out more.
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  • 24/09/20
    Cleaning your hearing aids and changing batteries
    When you get into a good routine of wearing your hearing aids, you start noticing things. New sounds. New sensations. New emotions. And, quite possibly, earwax.
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  • 10/09/20
    Five useful daily tips
    Getting into a good routine in the early days with your hearing aids can be very important. We have helped hundreds of thousands of people get back to enjoying life with hearing, and we know that there are factors that can contribute to making this initial period with hearing aids a success.
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  • 07/08/20
    How to get a good start to your life with hearing aids
    Many people with hearing loss report an increase in their overall quality of life when they first start wearing hearing aids. That's because good hearing can enable so much of what makes life great. Hearing aids can help you to experience more profound interactions with loved ones, and you may find it much more enjoyable to participate in social events.
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