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White noise and the risk to brain health

By Hearology Publishing | Tue Oct 14 2025

New research links loud sleep soundscapes to hearing damage and later-life dementia

Sleeping with loud white noise might seem like a harmless habit – but it could be damaging your hearing and increasing your risk of dementia, according to Dr Baibin Chen. 

The U...

White noise and the risk to brain health

UK's first stem‑cell trial aiming to restore natural hearing

By Hearology Publishing | Mon Oct 13 2025

A Sheffield-based firm has found a therapy that may one day replace hearing devices

The world’s first human trial of a stem‑cell therapy designed to rebuild the auditory nerve and restore natural hearing has begun in the UK. 

Developed by Rinri Therapeutics, wh...

UK's first stem‑cell trial aiming to restore natural hearing

Untreated hearing loss harms care home residents

By Hearology Publishing | Thu Oct 09 2025

A new white paper calls for better audiology support, deaf awareness training and stronger NHS links in care homes

Hearing loss is going unrecognised and untreated in the vast majority of care home residents, harming their health, worsening dementia symptoms and increasin...

Untreated hearing loss harms care home residents

The research changing how we think about hearing loss

By Hearology Publishing | Tue Oct 07 2025

Keith Darrow’s work connects hearing loss to cognitive decline – and has shaped clinical approaches to help prevent both

Dr Keith N Darrow is a Harvard- and MIT-trained neuroscientist...

The research changing how we think about hearing loss

Spotting early signs of hearing loss in children is vital

By Hearology Publishing | Mon Oct 06 2025

Prompt assessment can improve speech, learning and social development outcomes

Recognising the early signs of deafness in children can have a major impact on their ability to communicate, learn and connect with others. Experts agree that timely identification and interven...

Spotting early signs of hearing loss in children is vital

Deafness affects more women than was thought

By Hearology Publishing | Wed Oct 01 2025

Hearing loss is often seen as a men’s health issue, but data shows many women in midlife and beyond are also affected

Hearing loss is often seen as something that mainly affects men. But a growing body of evidence shows it is also a significant issue for women, especially...

Deafness affects more women than was thought

Stigma suppresses hearing aid use – tech may help

By Hearology Publishing | Thu Sep 25 2025

New devices like Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 could shift negative attitudes towards hearing aids

Stigma continues to overshadow advances in hearing healthcare, stopping many adults from getting the help they need, even though accessible options like over‑the‑counter (OTC) heari...

Stigma suppresses hearing aid use – tech may help

Summer sounds can damage your hearing

By Hearology Publishing | Mon Sep 22 2025

From lawn mowers to music festivals, common seasonal noise can cause lasting harm unless you take simple steps to protect yourself

As summer gets louder with garden tools, festivals and local fêtes, hearing specialists are warning the public to take greater care. Repeated...

Summer sounds can damage your hearing

Cochlear implants can now be updated – just like your phone

By Hearology Publishing | Tue Sep 16 2025

The latest model from Cochlear Limited brings future-proof upgrades without further surgery

Cochlear implants are changing. A new system launched by an Australian company allows users to get software updates inside the implant itself – no extra surgery needed.

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Cochlear implants can now be updated – just like your phone

Virtual reality shows promise for tinnitus treatment

By Hearology Publishing | Mon Sep 15 2025

Adding VR to traditional sound therapy appears to further relieve symptoms – but experts stress more research is needed

Experimental research suggests that combining virtual reality with traditional sound therapy may improve outcomes for people living with tinnitus. Thoug...

Virtual reality shows promise for tinnitus treatment