Hearing advice blog

How to use olive oil drops to soften earwax safely, how long to use them, who should not, and what to do when drops do not clear the blockage. 3 min read.

The two main ways to remove earwax compared: how microsuction and ear irrigation work, comfort, safety, who each suits, and what to expect. 3 min read.

Safe ways to get trapped water out of your ear after swimming or a shower, what not to do, why water sometimes will not shift, and when to get help. 3 min read.

Whether tinnitus fades on its own, how long it usually lasts after noise or a cold, why it can persist, and the support that makes it far less noticeable. 3 min read.

How stress and anxiety affect tinnitus, why the two feed each other, and practical ways to break the cycle. From independent audiologists in Birmingham. 3 min read.

How loud headphones and earbuds affect your hearing, safe volume and time limits, the early warning signs, and simple habits that protect your ears. 3 min read.

When you need a GP referral for a hearing test in the UK and when you do not, the NHS and private routes compared, and when to see your GP first. 3 min read.

The signs that an older parent or relative is losing their hearing, why they may not notice, and how to raise it kindly and help them get tested. 3 min read.

What private hearing aids cost in the UK, what drives the price, what should be included, and the questions to ask before you buy. Clear prices. 3 min read.

Rechargeable and disposable battery hearing aids compared: battery life, convenience, travel, dexterity, cost and lifespan, to help you choose. 3 min read.

Hearing aid whistling, or feedback, explained: the common causes from earwax to a worn dome, quick fixes to try at home, and when to get it checked. 3 min read.