Bailgate Hearing

16/10/2025

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You! 🌟
We are incredibly grateful for the wonderful recommendation we received on Facebook! Your kind words mean the world to us and inspire us to continue providing the best hearing care possible. Thank you for trusting us with your hearing health! 💖

13/10/2025

Better hearing makes every moment count. Are you ready to jump back into conversations, share the laughter, and truly immerse yourself in life again?

Oticon’s smallest, most discreet hearing aid fits comfortably within your ear—designed for added ease when wearing hats, glasses, or face masks. Taking steps to address hearing loss not only improves your quality of
life, but also strengthens the connections with those around you. You’ll feel the difference in every shared moment—and so will your loved ones.

10/10/2025

👂✨ Did you know… treating hearing loss could help prevent falls?

A brand-new study in The Lancet Public Health looked at older adults (ages 70–84) with hearing loss. Some were given hearing aids and proper support, others weren’t. 👉 The group with hearing aids had 27% fewer falls over 3 years.

That’s huge — fewer trips, fewer injuries, and more confidence moving around day to day.

Why might this be? When you hear better, your brain picks up more of what’s happening around you — footsteps, traffic, people talking, environmental sounds. That extra awareness may help you stay steadier and safer.

👩‍⚕️ As an audiologist, I always say:

🦻Hearing care isn’t just about sound — it’s about safety, independence, and quality of life.
🦻If you’ve been putting off a hearing test, now’s a great time to act.
🦻Well-fitted hearing aids could make a real difference not just to your ears, but to your balance too.

💙 Protect your hearing. Protect your brain. Protect your steps.

Here is the link to the full research paper - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(25)00088-X/fulltext

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚 We want to highlight the strong connection between hearing conditions and mental health — not only for those experiencing hearing loss or tinnitus, but also for their families and loved ones.

Hearing challenges can affect mental wellbeing in many subtle and significant ways. Here are 10 ways hearing conditions can have an impact:

💚Social isolation – avoiding conversations or group settings can lead to loneliness.
💚Anxiety – worrying about missing important information or mishearing people.
💚Depression – feeling cut off or disconnected from others.
💚Exhaustion – listening fatigue from constantly concentrating to follow speech.
💚Loss of confidence – withdrawing from social or professional interactions.
💚Frustration and irritability – communication struggles can strain relationships.
💚Family tension – misunderstandings can cause frustration for loved ones too.
💚Reduced self-esteem – feeling “different” or embarrassed about using hearing aids.
💚Sleep disturbance – tinnitus and stress can both affect rest and recovery.
💚Emotional overload – balancing hearing challenges with daily life can feel overwhelming.

Addressing hearing health is an important part of supporting your mental health.

If you or someone you love is struggling, know that help is available — through hearing care, counselling, and community support.

💚 Let’s keep talking about hearing and mental health — they’re more connected than you might think.

09/10/2025

By keeping your brain active can not only reduce your stress levels but improve your cognitive processing - both of which can support your hearing health! Its a triple win!!

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06/10/2025

🌿 Connection is medicine. A new report shows that loneliness doesn’t just hurt emotionally — it affects our physical health too. Often, people with hearing loss withdraw from social interactions and even phone conversations – especially as everyday conversations become challenging. This isolation can lead to significant health consequences, including:

🧠 Higher risk of dementia
💔 Greater chance of heart disease
😔 More anxiety and depression

The report provides valuable insights into addressing social isolation – such as how important meaningful connections can be. It’s a must-read for anyone with these concerns and their loved ones.

📖 Read the full report here (free, no sign-up needed):
👉 hhs.gov direct link to PDF

03/10/2025

Do you suffer with tinnitus? Widex have put together a series of podcasts explaining what it is and you’ll learn why understanding the brain is so important to potentially, sometime in the future, find a cure for tinnitus.

https://www.widexpro.com/en-gb/business-support/podcasts/tinnitus/

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02/10/2025

🏡 Experience a seamless service with our caring and professional team coming to your doorstep. If you’ve noticed changes in your hearing or just need some reassurance, we’re here to support you. Reach out to us at 01522 275060 for details about our home services and eligibility ☎️

02/10/2025

What if the words you’re missing are the ones that matter most?How many special moments have slipped by because you didn’t quite catch the words? 💔
The whispered “I love you,” the punchline everyone laughed at, the story told just for you.

At Bailgate Hearing in Lincoln, we believe you deserve every laugh, every song, every connection.

Your hearing is the key to living fully — and we’re here to help you find joy in the sounds that matter most. Your hearing matters to us.

💡 Life feels brighter when you can hear it clearly.
Book your appointment today 👉 https://www.bailgatehearing.co.uk/book-an-appointment/

Bailgate Hearing are audiologists based in Lincoln, UK – hearing specialists with over 30 years experience using state-of-the-art technology.

30/09/2025

September marks World Alzheimer’s Month, an annual international initiative that invites us all to unite in raising awareness about dementia while tackling the associated stigma. This condition impacts millions, and each diagnosis carries stories that can be intricate and challenging to hear, yet resonate with many. Join us in spreading understanding and compassion.

https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/world-alzheimers-month

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This World Alzheimer's Month we’re amplifying those millions of voices - people living with dementia, their carers, their families and their friends.

29/09/2025

🧠 Did you know untreated hearing loss can raise your risk of dementia?🦻 A new study shows that using hearing aids before 70 can cut dementia risk by up to 61%. After 70, the benefit drops—so early action is key.

Why?
👂 Less strain on the brain
🧩 Ongoing brain stimulation
🤝 Staying socially connected

😱 Yet, only 17% of people who need hearing aids use them. 😱 If you’re noticing changes in your hearing—don’t wait. A simple hearing test today could protect both your hearing and your brain health tomorrow. 🦻

Dementia affects more than 6 million Americans and leads to more than 100,000 deaths each year

26/09/2025

Hearing loss is no longer a problem of 'old age' - many of us grew up listening to music on headphones, had car stereos on full blast, attended loud concerts or worked in environments without ear protection. Please don't be embarrassed if you think you have hearing problems but feel you're too young - we care more about your hearing health.

Book in to see us using our online portal - https://www.bailgatehearing.co.uk/book-an-appointment/

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