It has been hugely exciting to partner with the BioIndustry Association (BIA) and its members, as their charity of the year throughout 2024.
Hearing health
The UK’s National Technology Adviser, Dr Dave Smith, shares his ideas on the future of hearing health.
Dr Gabrielle Saunders, Professor of Audiology at the University of Manchester, shares their ideas on improving hearing healthcare in the UK to meet the current and future demand.
New research from RNID has revealed significant barriers faced by deaf people and people with hearing loss when it comes to dating and relationships.
Nathan Hall, NHS England Deputy Director (Physiological Science), shares his ideas on how we can improve hearing healthcare in the UK.
The Prime Minister has set out the three major changes the Government wants to bring to the NHS in England. Our Director of Strategy, Crystal Rolfe, explains how we believe these reforms should be applied to NHS audiology services.
Our Director for Insight and Policy, Victoria Boelman, explains RNID’s involvement in the inquiry and sets out what we are hoping to achieve.
New research from University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) has highlighted the importance of people with sudden hearing loss receiving medical treatment as quickly as possible.
What is sudden hearing loss?
Sudden hearing loss, also known as sudden sensorineural hearing loss, takes place in the inner ear, sometimes happening overnight. For people who are not treated quickly, it can cause permanent hearing loss.
Unfortunately, sudden hearing loss can be confused with temporary causes of hearing loss, such as...
Caroline is 46 and lives in Essex. A few years ago, her life changed forever when she woke up with a blocked ear, tinnitus and vertigo. Although she sought medical support, unfortunately due to delays and misdiagnosis, she was not given potential treatment quickly enough and her hearing loss became permanent.
Now, as new research highlights the importance of doctors treating patients with sudden hearing loss within seven days, Caroline wants to raise awareness about the importance of taking...
In a poll of 2768 members of the public, we found that more than one in three people (34%) would try to hide hearing aids if they needed them.