In this episode, two-time Big Brother winner Reggie Bird discusses her recent diagnosis of Usher Syndrome, a rare but debilitating condition leading to deaf-blindness which to date is incurable. Reggie shares her story and highlights the importance of raising awareness and her support for research into treatments and a cure We are then joined by Principal Research Fellow Dr Elaine Wong and Surgeon Scientist, Founding Director of Ear Science Institute Australia Professor Marcus Atlas who are part of a world-leading research team developing gene therapy to repair and regenerate hearing. Their gr ..read more

In this episode Dr Rob Eikelboom helps us understand that we should see hearing as part of the whole body, and how it is connected to many aspects of health and illness, and how illness or injury can affect hearing or vice versa. Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about our research Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter ..read more

In this episode, Audiologist Jordan Bishop guides us through all our questions in a Hearing 101 session.  Jordan will share with us the signs of hearing loss, strategies to protect our hearing, how we can manage hearing loss, manage ear wax and more to help us maintain healthy hearing. Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about our research Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter ..read more

In this episode, Dr Tommy Lai, General Practitioner and Director of MedOne Medical Centre will discuss the GPs role in caring for your hearing health.  We highlight how GPs, Audiologists and ENTs work together to care for your ear and hearing health and help you understand who to go to for help with your hearing. Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about our research Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter ..read more

In part one of this episode Dr Shelly Chadha set the global scene of the hearing health crisis. Now, in part two, CEO of Ear Science Institute Australia, Sandra Bellekom is joined by Senator Dorinda Cox to discuss the crisis closer to home, here in Australia and in the Asia Pacific region. They will yarn about the impact hearing loss has on the Indigenous community, and how Ear Science is taking action.  Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about our research Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter ..read more

In this episode, we mark World Hearing Day 2023, Technical Lead for Ear and Hearing Health at the World Health Organisation Dr Shelly Chadha, highlights the crisis in hearing health that the world is facing and what the WHO in their 2023 campaign “Hearing Care for All, Let’s Make it a Reality” is doing to helping address the crisis.  Later, in part two we are joined by the CEO of Ear Science Institute Australia, Sandra Bellekom and Dorinda Cox who discuss the crisis closer to home, here in Australia and in the Asia Pacific region.  Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscienc ..read more

In this episode, Scientist and Chief Operator Office of Research at Ear Science David Sly will share with us the latest research on the phenomenon of Hidden Hearing Loss.  Every day clients walk into hearing clinics around the world concerned about their hearing, yet hearing tests show that they have ‘normal’ hearing. What is this, and what can you do if you’re experiencing it?  Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about our research Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter ..read more

February 25th is Cochlear Implant Awareness Day.  In this Special Episode for audiologists and healthcare professionals,  Senior Implant Audiologist & Cochlear Implant Research Lead Dr Cathy Sucher talks with Jody French who is a Cochlear Implant recipient.  Cathy and Jody will discuss some early findings from a recent study that has revealed a clearer view of why referral for Cochlear Implants is not as high as it should be, and what audiologists and other clinicians can do to help.    Contact Usenquiries@earscience.org.au www.earscience.org.au Learn more about ..read more

Qualified Audiologist Daniel Gerace shares with us how the latest research on the impact of hearing loss is guiding clinical care. He shares how technology such as invisible hearing aids, Bluetooth enabled devices, connectivity to smartphones and TVs is helping people feel empowered to take control of their hearing and experience the world in full sound!  In this episode, you will learn 1.18 | How is the latest research actually implemented in client care? 2.07 | What advancements can we expect in the future of hearing devices? 4.30 | How you can stream a phone call directly to your hear ..read more

Senior Implant Audiologist Ronel Chester-Browne will share with us her knowledge & insights into Cochlear Implants. This marvelous Australian invention truly changes lives & now-a-days Cochlear Implants are routinely recommended for when hearing aids are just not enough. In this episode, you will learn 1.00 | What are cochlear implants? Differences between hearing aid & implant? 2.04 | Who might get a hearing implant? 3.28 | How has technology & candidacy changed over the last 30 years? 5.00 | Are hearing implants just for children? 6.00 | How is technology expanding options e ..read more