Information and resources for healthcare professionals
One in six Australians experience hearing loss. It can take on average eight years before people decide to take action after first noticing their hearing loss. There are many reasons why this may be the case (for example, stigma of hearing loss and hearing aids), but there are medical, social and emotional consequences to untreated hearing loss (such as, cognitive decline, depression, social isolation and fatigue).
The resources below were developed to provide health professionals with the information and resources to support early identification of hearing loss and to ease the friction of the hearing help seeking pathway for you and your patients.
Referral algorithm
Decision making algorithm for referral of an adult for a hearing test.
Patient resources
Downloadable factsheets and videos that you can provide to your patients.
Find an audiologist
Use Audiology Australia’s Find an Audiologist to search for accredited providers.
Hearing screening
World Health Organisation hearWHO hearing screening app.
Raise awareness
Download and print this poster for your clinic to spread the word.
Are you being heard?
Tips and reminders for healthcare professionals to communicate effectively.
