RNID·Blog·Research (general)·2mo agoGovernment support for early‑career researchers at RNIDSustained government investment in early-career hearing researchers helps build the long-term pipeline of expertise the audiology field needs to address unanswered clinical questions.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·2mo agoCan we prevent hearing loss caused by antibiotics?Aminoglycoside-induced ototoxicity remains an unsolved clinical problem for cystic fibrosis and other patient populations, and RNID-backed research signals growing charitable investment in finding protective strategies.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·2mo agoBrighton eventCharitable legacy giving is a key long-term funding stream for hearing loss research and advocacy organisations like RNID.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·2mo agoMy hearing loss journey and why I volunteer with RNIDFirst-person patient narratives like this can help audiologists better understand the lived experience of hearing loss and the value of peer-support community services.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·2mo agoPhilanthropyMajor philanthropic gifts to organisations like RNID can accelerate research into new hearing treatments and expand patient support services in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·2mo agoTrusts and FoundationsChronic underfunding of hearing health is a structural problem that limits research, treatment access, and service quality — making philanthropic investment in this space a meaningful lever for the field.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·3mo agoVoting and electionsPolitical engagement by the hearing-loss community can influence the funding and policy decisions that shape audiology service provision in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·3mo agoWho we areUnderstanding RNID's mission helps audiologists and hearing-care professionals identify a key advocacy and research-funding partner in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·3mo agoPolicy and influencingAdvocacy work by major hearing-loss charities like RNID shapes the policy environment that ultimately affects NHS audiology funding, employer obligations, and service access for patients.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·3mo agoSpring Appeal 2026Raising public awareness that sudden hearing loss is a medical emergency could prompt faster care-seeking, potentially improving outcomes for patients who might otherwise delay treatment.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·3mo agoA memorable moment for #TeamRNID at TCS London MarathonCommunity fundraising events like this raise public awareness of hearing loss and generate income for advocacy organisations such as RNID, which can indirectly support research and policy work in audiology.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·3mo agoPlay our weekly lotteryCharity lotteries like this provide a funding stream for hearing-loss advocacy and research organisations such as RNID, indirectly supporting the broader audiology sector.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·3mo agoRunning to raise awareness of hearing lossStories of clinicians advocating publicly for hearing loss awareness help reduce stigma and strengthen community support for audiology-related charities.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·3mo agoCampaign with usSustained advocacy by organisations like RNID can shape the policy and funding environment that underpins hearing healthcare services and patient access in the UK.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·3mo agoDeaf Awareness Week: Step inside the boxHigh-profile public awareness campaigns can reduce stigma around hearing loss and increase the number of people who seek audiological help, benefiting the broader field.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·3mo agoFinding hearing loss support through RNID Near YouThis case highlights how peer support and community services like RNID Near You can bridge gaps between diagnosis and appropriate intervention, which is relevant for audiologists managing patients who are disengaged or under-supported.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·3mo agoBBC Radio 4 AppealHigh-profile charity campaigns on national radio can raise public awareness of hearing loss, potentially increasing the number of people seeking audiological assessment and support.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·3mo agoWhat our eyes reveal about the effort of listeningmeasurement of listening effort (the mental energy used to follow conversations in noise) could close a significant gap in audiology assessment, where patients report fatigue and difficulty not captured by conventional hearing tests.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·3mo agoRNID – National hearing loss charityRNID's scale of reach across 18 million UK deaf and hard-of-hearing people makes its awareness campaigns relevant context for audiologists engaging with patient communities.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Clinical audiology·3mo agoSingle-sided deafnessPublic education about SSD device options and communication strategies can help patients arrive at clinic better informed and more engaged in shared decision-making.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·3mo agoFundraise at schoolSchool-based deaf awareness fundraising can contribute to earlier identification of hearing problems in children and reduce stigma from a young age.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Hearing aids·3mo agoI’m deaf – so what? Sian’s hearing loss journeyPersonal stories of delayed help-seeking and stigma highlight the psychological barriers audiologists should be prepared to address in clinical encounters.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·3mo agoBone conduction hearing implants (BCHIs)Clear public-facing explanations of BCHI options can help audiologists support patient education and improve awareness of surgical alternatives to conventional hearing aids.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·3mo agoRNID helps HSBC UK launch British Sign Language training for employeesEmployer-led BSL training at scale signals growing mainstream commitment to deaf inclusion and may raise public awareness of communication access needs.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·3mo agoNew research could improve battery life of cochlear implant devicesIf lower stimulation rates maintain speech understanding, cochlear implant miniaturisation and battery life improvements become more feasible, potentially broadening device accessibility and patient comfort.＋Save
