THE Australian Hearing bus has stopped in Horsham to offer free hearing checks and raise hearing health awareness in the community.
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The bus will be at Woolworths, Horsham from 9.30am to 3.30pm on Tuesday; at Horsham Sports and Community Club from 9.30am to 3.30pm on Wednesday; and Horsham Plaza from 9.30am to 3.30pm on Friday.
Australian Hearing Horsham manager Angela Lonergan said it was common for people to overlook warning signs that their hearing was diminishing.
“Hearing loss is a prevalent issue in the community. One in six Australians is affected by hearing loss. And with an ageing population this is expected to increase to one in four by 2050,” she said.
“A hearing check is a quick and easy way to measure the sounds you can and can’t hear. Our team will also be on hand to guide you through what next steps you may have to take in regard to your hearing.”
As well as having a hearing check, visitors to the bus can also find information on a range of common hearing issues and view a display of easy-to-use hearing devices for around the home.
This includes headsets for watching the TV and alert systems for doorbells.
“Not everyone who is experiencing problems hearing needs a hearing aid. Sometimes they might just need support listening to the TV at normal volumes, hearing at noisy social events, or hearing friends and family on the phone,” Ms Lonergan said.
Appointment aren’t necessary and Australian Hearing will provide hearing checks to any interested adults over 18 who visit the bus on the day.