Researchers at UCL have shown that chemotherapy‑related hearing loss can be detected outside an audiology clinic, opening the door to more accessible monitoring for people receiving cancer treatment.
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We're researching transport accessibility for people who are deaf or have hearing loss in the UK. If you are deaf or have hearing loss, find out how you, a carer or travel companion can take part.
For the first time, Wales has its own legislation to protect and promote BSL. Find out more.
Deaf mountaineer Morag Skelton is helping others explore Scotland’s wild spaces with confidence and freedom.
To mark International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating some of the women driving progress in hearing research.
A new UK Research & Innovation-backed project led by RNID and deaf sector partners will explore the future of AI-enabled BSL translation through an inclusive national public dialogue.
Many people don’t realise they’re missing everyday sounds that could signal hearing loss. Our new survey highlights the signs to look out for, and Adam shares how he recognised his own symptoms. Take our free online hearing check to find out how your hearing is doing.
A routine writing job led Adam to discover he had hearing loss. Now he’s using his experience to help others, volunteering with RNID Near You and taking on fundraising challenges to support people to check their hearing.
Matt shares how he navigated holidays abroad after losing his hearing – and the tips that made his journeys easier.
RNID’s Director of Research, Ralph Holme, shares highlights from the 2026 ARO conference - from exciting gene therapy progress to new laboratory models transforming hearing research.