Experts reveal concern over Aussies' lack of getting a hearing check

Six million Australians are currently living with hearing loss. Experts warn that hearing loss can lower Australians' quality of life and cause severe discomfort if not checked regularly and treated.

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Highlights

• New research reveals fewer than two in five Australians over 50 have had a hearing check in the last 2 years, despite 6 million Australians currently living with hearing loss.
• Less than a fifth (18%) of Aussies  have prioritised or will proritise their hearing check among all health checks.
• Loss of hearing can impact the quality of life.

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