You’re Never Too Young to Love Your Hearing
Post on 20th February 2025
This World Hearing Day we are sounding the alarm about protecting your hearing health – no matter your age.
At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, with over 85 years of experience as a leading hearing care specialist in the UK, we’re witnessing a concerning trend that affects not just older adults, but increasingly, our younger generation.
The statistics are startling – by 2030, more than 500 million people worldwide will need hearing rehabilitation. Even more alarming is the World Health Organisation’s prediction that over one billion young people face the risk of permanent hearing loss due to prolonged exposure to loud sounds from everyday activities like streaming music and gaming.
A Wake-Up Call for All Ages
Dawn Hopley’s story serves as a powerful reminder that hearing loss can affect anyone at any age. Dawn’s hearing issues began in her twenties following surgery, demonstrating that hearing challenges aren’t exclusive to older generations. Now in her fifties, and a dedicated volunteer for the Staffordshire Search & Rescue Team, Dawn discovered a new lease of life after addressing her hearing loss through Scrivens.
“I have always lived a full and very sociable life, but I found myself struggling at group events and parties,” Dawn shares. “What many don’t realise is that hearing loss often happens gradually over time. You might not notice the changes until they significantly impact your daily life.”
Why Early Intervention Matters
The importance of protecting and monitoring your hearing health from an early age cannot be overstated. Research shows that maintaining good hearing health has positive effects on:
- Communication and relationships with family, friends and colleagues
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Personal safety and awareness
- Educational and career opportunities
- Enjoyment of music, entertainment and social activities
Warning Signs to Watch For
Whether you’re 20 or 60, be alert of these common signs of hearing loss:
- Finding it difficult to keep up with conversations
- Regularly asking people to repeat themselves
- Feeling tired or stressed from concentrating to hear others
- Avoiding social occasions due to difficulty hearing
- Struggling to follow phone conversations
- Family members commenting that your TV or music volume is too high
Take Action
Don’t wait until hearing loss affects your quality of life. At Scrivens, we recommend:
- Annual hearing health checks for anyone over 50
- Bi-annual checks for those over 40
- Regular monitoring of noise exposure from personal devices
- Using appropriate hearing protection in loud environments
Your First Step to Better Hearing
Take our quick online hearing check today. It only takes a few minutes and could make a significant difference to your future hearing health. Visit our website to get started.
Whether you’re concerned about your hearing or simply want to protect it for the future, Scrivens offers both private and NHS hearing services. In some areas, you can even self-refer to speed up the NHS process. If you have any concerns about your hearing health, you can find help and advice on our website or alternatively visit your local Scrivens branch.
Remember – you’re never too young to start protecting your hearing. Take the first step today.
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