Web Directory

» Deafies
   News, forums and blogs by and for deaf people to make friends. Includes related links.
   http://www.deafies.co.uk/

» Deafness: The Facts
   Provides statistics on hearing loss sufferers in the UK with a glossary of terms used.
   http://www.deafnessresearch.org.uk/factsheets/deafness-the-facts.pdf

» Equip - Hearing Disorders
   The NHS Electronic Quality Information for Patients project (Equip) offers a directory of links to information for people affected by hearing loss and deafness.
   http://www.equip.nhs.uk/topics/hearing.html

» Getting a Hearing Aid on the NHS
   Factsheet providing information for people who are having difficulty hearing and think they might benefit from a hearing aid.
   http://www.deafnessresearch.org.uk/factsheets/hearing-aid-on-nhs.pdf

» NHS Choices: Hearing Impairment
   Information on causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks and treatment and with links to other useful resources.
   http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Hearing-impairment/Pages/Introduction.aspx

» Single Sided Deafness
   The BBC offer information on the condition, causes, and treatment options.
   http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/medical_notes/2988972.stm

» The Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Site
   Central link point internationally for complete information on tinnitus, tinnitus retraining therapy, hyperacusis therapy. Links to scientific studies on this subject.
   http://www.tinnitus.org/

» What is a Cochlear Implant?
   Information site produced by Advanced Bionics (UK) Ltd, aimed at teenagers.
   http://www.ci-4teenz.com/

» Working Without Hearing
   Includes stories of individuals who became profoundly deaf as adults, and their experiences of returning to work; includes an advice section.
   http://www.workingwithouthearing.com/