News

Humans 'hear' through their skin

26/11/2009 09:11
Sensations on the skin play a part in how people hear speech, say Canadian researchers. Find out more at news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8374910.stm

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Hearing loss singer choir joy

21/07/2009 13:38
A singer who almost quit a choir after losing his hearing is urging others not to ignore the problem. Find out more at news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/south_west/8161066.stm

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Stem cell 'deafness cure' closer

01/04/2009 23:58
Stem cells that could be used to restore hearing have been successfully created, Scientists have said. Find out more at  news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7974795.stm

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Tinnitus cure 'is a step closer'

25/03/2009 11:29
Scientists believe they are a step closer to curing tinnitus after they have found what could be the root cause of ringing in the ears.  Find out more at: news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7959785.stm

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Call for over 55s hearing tests

26/01/2009 15:47
The government is being urged to provide free hearing tests for everyone over 55 by the Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID).  Find out more at: news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7848010.stm

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Playing golf can 'damage hearing'

05/01/2009 11:40
Keen golfers are being warned by doctors that they could be risking their hearing for their sport.  Find ou t more at  news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7811143.stm

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