When we think of family traits, we usually think of a father’s nose, a mother’s smile, or perhaps a grandfather’s height. Sometimes what runs in a family is more than just a look, it can be a health issue. If you often ask people to repeat themselves, or if your parents and siblings have the […]
Aging is a journey that brings wisdom, stories, and unfortunately, a few physical changes. In India, where family life centers around lively dinner table conversations, festive celebrations, and the laughter of grandchildren, losing the ability to hear clearly can feel like being sidelined from your own life. If you or an elderly loved one are […]
Education is the foundation of a bright future, but for a student dealing with hearing loss, the classroom can sometimes feel like a battlefield of background noise. In India, our classrooms are vibrant, energetic, and let’s be honest, quite loud. From the hum of high-speed ceiling fans to the echoes in large hallways and the […]
Walk into any metro station in Delhi, a trendy café in Bangalore, or a co-working space in Mumbai, and you’ll see the same sight: hundreds of young Indians with colorful earbuds tucked firmly into their ears. Whether it’s binge-watching a new Netflix series on the commute, attending back-to-back Zoom calls, or “grinding” in a late-night […]
Introduction: The “Finish Your Vegetables” Battle Every Indian household witnesses a daily battle at the dining table. “Beta, eat your Dal.” “Finish the Palak paneer, it’s good for your eyes!” We have all grown up hearing that carrots are good for our eyes and milk is good for our bones. But have you ever heard […]
Introduction: The “Inattentive” Student in the Back Row Imagine a typical classroom in India. The ceiling fan is whirring loudly. Forty students are rustling papers. The teacher is dictating notes from the front of the room. There is a kid in the back row. Let’s call him Rohan. He seems to be confused. He leans […]
Have you ever been in a busy place and had trouble following a discussion but didn’t want to ask for help because you didn’t want to wear a “bulky” device? You are not the only one. In India, hearing loss is a common issue, yet many people delay getting a hearing test simply because they […]
Introduction: The “TV Volume” War in Indian Households It’s 8:00 PM. The family is gathered for dinner. You try to tell your father about your day at work, but he is staring intently at the news channel. The volume is set to 45. Even the neighbors could probably hear exactly what the news anchor was […]
Hearing loss is frequent and affects millions of adults in India. In reality, WHO estimates suggest that around 6.3% of Indians (nearly 63 million individuals) suffer serious hearing impairment. Good hearing is essential for communication and daily living, thus abnormalities should be identified early. If you feel you have hearing problems, a competent audiologist in […]
For a lot of people with hearing loss, the most essential thing is to discover a solution that isn’t evident. The journey to better hearing is quite individualised. Even while more and more specialists think that the social stigma around hearing aids is going away, you might still want to keep your devices out of […]
