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How we help

Deafness Research UK exists to secure radical improvements in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all forms of hearing impairment.

Supported entirely by voluntary contributions, we aim to:

support high quality medical and scientific research, which meets the needs of hearing impaired people and the research community.
educate people about medical issues relating to deafness and other hearing problems, offering information and advice based on the most up-to-date and reliable evidence available.

We exist to secure radical improvements in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all forms of hearing impairment.

Even though our website contains a wealth of information, we know that there are always times when a personal touch is needed.

Our guidance is produced in consultation with medical and scientific experts, our communications advisory panel and others.

Soundbite is Deafness Research UK's free monthly email newsletter.

We support you in providing the best possible advice to your patients, and invite you to take part in our research.

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Our Bionic Ear Show tours the country educating people about their hearing and explaining how to protect it.