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Date: 06 February 2023

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Hearing

Our hearing is a key component of our balance systems as it helps us judge our surrounding environment. The more we struggle to hear our surroundings, the less concentration we can give to our balance and so it may be harder to stay steady. Signs of a hearing impairment may include needing to turn the TV up or not hearing clearly on the telephone. If you suspect you may have a hearing impairment, please arrange for a hearing test.

For more information about hearing tests go to Hearing tests - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Falls Prevention Patient SafetyThe Trust is committed to putting Patient Safety as our top priority and has signed up to the National Patient Safety Campaign. We are striving to make real measurable improvements in the safety of the care for our patients