Hearing Facts

These fact sheets are written by third parties, but reviewed by us before puplishing. Please contact us using the online form if you would like authors details.
Fact sheet: Buying a private hearing aid

This factsheet is part of RNID's hearing aids range. It is aimed at people
who need a hearing aid.In the UK, you can buy a hearing aids from a private hearing aid dispenser or you can get them free on the NHS. This factsheet tells you what you need to consider if you are thinking about buying your hearing aid privately. To find out more about getting a hearing aid on the NHS, see RNID's factsheet.

Download this factsheet about hearing aids from the RNID

Fact sheet: Noise exposure

This factsheet is written for people who have noise-induced hearing loss, or noise induced tinnitus, who would like to know more about their condition. Noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus means hearing loss and tinnitus caused by exposure to loud noise.

Download this factsheet about noise exposure

Fact sheet: A new hearing aid

Thanks to your new hearing instruments, you can now look forward to re-entering the wonderful world of sound. But remember – better hearing is best achieved after a period of gradual adjustment.

Download this factsheet using a new hearing aid