Brenda the Lyric Lady – September 2018 – Holidays!
Brenda has recently been abroad on her holidays and was glad that she could rely on her Lyric devices to work perfectly while she was away. However, there is always the chance that a device will need to be changed or re-positioned – thankfully Phonak have Lyric providers around the world who will be able […]
How to recognise the first signs of hearing loss
Do you notice these symptoms in yourself or a significant other? Difficulty with hearing speech with background noise Difficulty hearing across a large/long table Turning up the TV louder than normally needed Asking others to repeat themselves frequently Withdrawal from conversations Avoiding some social settings If you recognise some of these symptoms we would recommend […]
Motorcyclists! Are you protecting your ears?!
If not, after reading this you will certainly want to start! As a motorcyclist you may already be aware of the noise levels you are exposed to while riding – but do you know what effect this exposure can have on your ears? When traveling at around 65 mph the wind noise can reach levels […]
Do you still use disposable foam ear plugs while out on your motorcycle?
Here’s 5 reasons why Custom-fit Squidgy ear plugs by Ultimate Hearing Protection are superior to disposable plugs! 1. They are specifically made to fit the unique shape of your ear – this means that they can be worn for hours at a time without causing discomfort. 2. They are much more durable. 3. Over time they are […]
Brenda the Lyric Lady – August 2018 – Belladrum Festival!
Here is another great vlog from our very own Brenda the Lyric Lady! This time she is at the Belladrum Festival in Inverness enjoying the fantastic music! Brenda knows how important it is to protect our ears when listening to loud music – especially while at a concert, and luckily for her she is able […]
Brenda the Lyric Lady July 2018 –
We’re almost half way through July already and we have another vlog from Brenda the Lyric Lady! For those of you who don’t know Brenda’s story, you can read it here – Brenda the Lyric Lady It’s true that we often over the look importance of our ear health. We’re much more likely to schedule an […]
Brenda the Lyric Lady, June 2018 – Time to get back on the motorbike!
We have another great video for you from Brenda the Lyric Lady! Brenda is an avid motorcyclist and knows just how important it is to protect her ears from the excessive noise that she will be exposed to while on the road. The noise of the motorcycle’s engine, traffic and also the wind can reach […]
Brenda the Lyric Lady shows how easy it is to remove Lyric!
Here’s the latest Lyric vlog post from Brenda, plus a bonus video! In this video Brenda demonstrates just how easy it is to remove Lyric devices from your ear. One of the best things about Lyric is that you will rarely need to remove it yourself – they can be worn 24/7 for months at […]
Musician wins landmark ruling over ruined hearing
A viola player who suffered a life-changing hearing injury at a rehearsal of Wagner’s Die Walkure in 2012 has won a landmark High Court judgment against the Royal Opera House (ROH). The case won by Chris Goldscheider has huge implications for the industry and the health and safety of musicians. It is the first time […]
Brenda the Lyric Lady wears her Lyric in the shower!
Showering while wearing Lyric devices is not a problem as they are water-resistant and due to their position in the ear they are less likely to come into contact with water while showering. While they are water-resistant they are not water-proof which means that they shouldn’t be worn while swimming, however a bath is fine […]
