Some of us are happy to be ‘ears off’ and just enjoy a quick dip without our cochlear implants but if you like or need to hear what’s going on around you while you take a swim, all of our manufacturers have different waterproofing options available depending on what type of processor you have. Here…
Did you know that where you decide to sit in a crowded or noisy room with a cochlear implant can impact on how much you can hear and understand? As part of learning to be assertive about your hearing loss, it is worth practising how to identify a good spot for you to sit so…
We are often asked if it’s safe to have different types of medical imaging done with a cochlear implant, and the answer is yes – but there are some things you need to know first. X-Ray and CT Scans Having an X-ray or a CT scan is safe and easy to do. We do recommend…
Did you know that there are special smoke alarms for people who are deaf or hard of hearing? A deaf smoke alarm looks just like a standard smoke alarm and makes a very similar noise so the hearing people in your house – and you when you’re wearing your ears during the day – can…