World Hearing Day: safer listening for Gamers
To mark World Hearing Day on 3 March, the World Health Organization highlights the first global standard for safe listening in video gameplay and esport activities, which aims to reduce the risk of and prevent hearing loss among gamers. Previously, no safe listening...
Differences between audiometrists and audiometrists
In this editorial piece, Deafness Forum Australia shares its opinion on the importance of clearer distinctions between the roles of audiometrists and audiologists. Members of the community may encounter both audiometrists and audiologists when they seek hearing...
Inclusive Practice in Deaf Education
The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability heard evidence about the benefits of Auslan being offered as a language other than English. A witness at the Disability Royal Commission, Natalie Sandon-Stanhope directly...
Differences between audiometrists and audiometrists
In this editorial piece, Deafness Forum Australia shares its opinion on the importance of clearer distinctions between audiometrists and audiologists. Members of the community may encounter both audiometrists and audiologists when they seek hearing assistance, but...
Ringing the Alarm: The Tinnitus Care Crisis
To mark International Tinnitus Awareness Week, we are pleased to support the release of a comprehensive new report: "Ringing the Alarm: The Tinnitus Care Crisis." This report by Tinnitus UK highlights alarming shortcomings in tinnitus care and professional training in...
Hearing Services in Australia: A Call for Change
A pressing need for systemic reforms and increased regulation has been revealed in a survey conducted by Deafness Forum Australia that sheds light on the complex landscape of hearing services in the country. Our survey gathered insights from consumers and providers of...