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It Does Matter: public support needed to drive deaf awareness

17 September 2025 Deaf awareness, It Does Matter

Over 40,000 people have already joined our ‘It does matter’ campaign, which offers free communication tips and resources to helps individuals play an active role in breaking down barriers faced by deaf people. Now, we are calling on even more people to get involved and make a difference by helping the campaign reach 50,000 participants.

Two years on: still waiting for change in Scottish audiology services 

26 August 2025 Campaigns, Hearing health

The “multiple systemic problems” found in the provision of hearing services across the NHS in Scotland remain unresolved after 2 years.

Simon’s quadrathlon diary: fundraising for RNID

21 August 2025 Fundraising, Your stories

Audiologist Simon Wierzbicki completes a 124km bike race, a triathlon, and two half marathons all for RNID.

The everyday home appliances and tools that could pose a risk to your ears

20 August 2025 Campaigns, Hearing health

This summer, protect your hearing from loud gardening tools, household appliances and high-volume headphones.

A national test of the government’s Emergency Alerts system

18 August 2025 Technology and assistive devices

Emergency Alerts is a UK government system that will warn you and provide you with advice if there is a danger to life nearby. In September, the government will test the alerts. Here's how to prepare for it if you use hearing devices connected to your phone.

How to protect your hearing at music festivals (and still enjoy the music)

12 August 2025 Campaigns, Hearing health

RNID Audiology Manager Franki Oliver shares how she enjoyed Glastonbury to the fullest - while protecting her hearing.

More than half of young adults report hearing problems from loud music

30 July 2025 Campaigns, Hearing health

Our new survey has revealed that over half of Gen Z have experienced hearing problems after exposure to loud music.

RNID welcomes three new Trustees

18 July 2025 About us

RNID is delighted to welcome three new Trustees to the organisation's Board. Read more about them in our article.

The future of hearing and dementia research: the James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership

16 July 2025 Hearing health, Hearing research

In 2023, the James Lind Alliance approached RNID for support in sharing and contributing to surveys aimed at people impacted by hearing loss, deafness and dementia. Here are the results.

Imagining the future of hearing health: ideas from our communities

11 July 2025 Hearing health, Social research

We explore the views of people who are deaf, have hearing loss and tinnitus on how technology might improve their experiences of hearing healthcare services.