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.
Hearing health
Our Director for Insight and Policy, Victoria Boelman, explains RNID’s involvement in the inquiry and sets out what we are hoping to achieve.
Research from University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) has highlighted the importance of people with sudden hearing loss receiving rapid medical treatment.
"Coming to terms with my hearing loss was a really difficult time for me. I found it extremely hard to adapt." Read Caroline's experience of sudden hearing loss and how she manages in daily life.
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.
Crystal Rolfe, RNID’s Director of Strategy, shares a few ideas for improving hearing healthcare in the UK to meet the current and future demand.
Our new research has revealed that millions of music lovers may be at risk of permanent hearing damage.
Missing the dawn chorus could be signs that you need to get your hearing checked. Check yours this World Hearing Day.
The experiences of people with hearing loss suggests the need for urgent improvement within current audiology services and investment to meet future demand. Our new In Their Own Words report explores more.
"You shouldn't have to pay extra for something that you should be entitled to or the NHS." Claire shares her story of accessing ear wax removal services.