How do I know if I need hearing aids? Local expert Khiyam Hussain from Hear Better With Us explains more.

In most cases, the people around you will notice your hearing loss before you do. 

This is because you'll start needing the things around you to be louder. 

The TV may sound quiet to you, but to others, it might be unnecessarily loud. 

They might also notice that they need to speak louder for you to understand them.

Here are a few other common signs of hearing loss:

• People seem to be talking very quietly all the time
• You find it difficult to follow along in conversations
• You frequently ask people to repeat themselves
• Words with higher frequency consonants like f, t, s, p, and h are difficult to distinguish
• Higher pitched sounds, like alarm clocks or birds, are harder to hear

If you are experiencing any of these, schedule an appointment with an audiologist for a free hearing test. 

A hearing test can get you started on the right path.

Hear Better With Us is based at Oaks Precinct and offers free hearing health checks.

The clinic is situated on the ground floor making it easily accessible for wheelchair users.

Patients are seen on an appointment only basis and bookings can be made by phone on 0330 133 0655 or by email [email protected].

Or find out more on the website here.