RNID·Professional org·Research (general)·2d agoRNID Hearing Therapeutics Summit 2027The return of this multidisciplinary summit signals continued institutional momentum behind hearing therapeutics, which could accelerate translation of novel treatments into clinical practice.
RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·3d agoMake your venue accessibleAccessible venues directly affect quality of life for hearing-loss patients, and audiologists are often asked to recommend practical resources beyond the clinic — this guidance fills that role.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·5d agoSign names in British Sign LanguageAudiologists who understand the cultural significance of Deaf identity, including BSL sign names, are better equipped to build trust and communicate respectfully with Deaf patients.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Pediatric·6d agoWhy do children get glue ear? The research giving families hopeGlue ear is the leading cause of temporary hearing loss in children, and accessible public education from credible charities like RNID helps families engage earlier with audiological and medical services.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·9d agoRNID seminar to focus on improving transport accessibilityAuracast Bluetooth LE Audio has the potential to transform public-space hearing accessibility, and RNID's engagement with transport authorities could accelerate real-world rollout in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·10d agoChampioning inclusive innovation through co-designAs consumer tech giants like Meta embed accessibility into core product development through co-design, audiologists may increasingly see patients arriving with expectations shaped by mainstream inclusive technology, making awareness of this trend professionally relevant.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·11d agoTesting Auracast to improve public transportAuracast has the potential to make public spaces like train stations more accessible for hearing aid users, which could significantly raise the real-world value proposition of compatible devices and inform counselling conversations about assistive listening technology.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·12d agoArrange a funeral collectionFuneral collections are a meaningful way for the audiology community to direct memorial donations toward hearing loss causes, sustaining charity-funded support services.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·12d agoPay in your moneyClear donation-submission pathways help audiology-adjacent fundraisers efficiently direct funds to hearing loss charities, supporting community and research initiatives.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·12d agoContact usAccessible contact channels from a major UK hearing charity ensure patients and clinicians can quickly connect with non-clinical support resources for hearing loss and tinnitus.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·12d agoDonateCharitable giving to RNID sustains advocacy, research funding, and direct support services that benefit the broader hearing loss community in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Other·AI & technology·12d agoBSL signers invited to take part in groundbreaking AI projectCentering deaf BSL users' voices in AI development could shape future accessibility tools that audiologists and hearing services will eventually integrate into patient care.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·2w agoThe science behind your hearing hangoverRaising public awareness of gradual, cumulative noise-induced hearing damage is a key upstream prevention strategy for the audiology field.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·2w agoStarting your first job? Five tips if you’re deaf or have hearing lossHelping patients with hearing loss navigate workplace inclusion is an under-discussed dimension of audiological rehabilitation, and ready-made charity resources can extend clinician support beyond the clinic.＋Save
RNID·Press release·Public health & policy·2w agoDon’t lose the music: Music events leave Gen Z with hearing damageNoise-induced hearing loss in young adults is a growing public health concern, and awareness campaigns like this can drive earlier help-seeking behaviour and normalise hearing protection use.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Research (general)·4w agoNew genetic cause of rare inherited hearing loss discoveredIdentifying GPN2 as a novel genetic cause of Perrault Syndrome expands the known genetic landscape of rare hereditary hearing loss, potentially improving diagnostic yield for families undergoing genetic testing.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·4w agoChoose your earplugsPublic-facing hearing protection education from a trusted charity can support prevention efforts and reduce the population burden of noise-induced hearing loss, aligning with broader audiology advocacy goals.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·4w agoYour listening styleUnderstanding individual listening behaviours is increasingly relevant to hearing loss prevention, and audiologists can reference consumer-facing content like this when counselling patients about everyday noise exposure habits.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·4w agoDon’t Lose the MusicMusic-induced noise exposure is a preventable and under-addressed cause of hearing loss, and public advocacy content from organisations like RNID can support audiologists' patient education efforts.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Research (general)·5w agoFrom ears to brain: understanding and measuring hearing lossFindings are preliminary and exploratory; no immediate change to audiology practice is warranted, but audiologists should be aware of the growing evidence linking central auditory processing (how the brain interprets sound) to dementia diagnosis.＋Save
RNID·Other·Professional practice·5w agoUnreasonable, discriminatory or abusive behaviour policySets a transparent standard for how a major UK hearing-loss charity manages safe and respectful service access, which may inform similar policies at hearing clinics.＋Save
Aurahear·Blog·Accessibility·6w agoRNID calls on companies to back September’s National Inclusion WeekBroader employer engagement with disability inclusion initiatives can reduce stigma around hearing loss and support patients in the workplace, reinforcing the social case for audiology advocacy.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Hearing aids·7w agoConnecting your hearing aids to your smartphoneAs smartphone connectivity becomes a standard feature of hearing technology, clear patient education materials like this help close the gap between device capability and real-world adoption.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Hearing aids·7w agoConnevans’ David Evans on hearing loss and hearing aidsFirst-person accounts from industry insiders who are also hearing aid users can help audiologists understand the stigma barriers that prevent patients from seeking or consistently using amplification.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·8w agoTCS London Marathon 2027Charity marathon participation helps raise public awareness and funds for hearing loss research and advocacy, but has no direct bearing on audiology practice.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Education & training·2mo agoBrighton event confirmationRNID in-person events provide networking and professional development opportunities for the UK hearing health community.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Research (general)·2mo agoRepairing the Cochlear Battery to Restore HearingGene-based repair of the cochlear battery (stria vascularis) represents a potential future route to treating a common but poorly understood form of progressive hearing loss, making this a space worth tracking for clinicians and researchers alike.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·2mo agoMPs explore hearing care barriers at parliament eventPolitical engagement at this level signals growing pressure on UK policymakers to address systemic audiology access gaps, which could eventually reshape NHS service commissioning.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·2mo agoShape the future of subtitles and signing for on-demand TVRegulatory decisions on subtitle and sign-language provision directly affect the daily media access and quality of life of millions of people with hearing loss in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·2mo agoLiving with deafblindness: hope for the futureDeafblindness is an underserved dual-sensory impairment, and growing public and research attention — including charity-funded studies — may eventually inform more holistic audiological care pathways for this population.＋Save
