This week is Tinnitus Awareness Week.
Tinnitus is the name for hearing noises that are not caused by sounds coming from the outside world. It’s common and not usually a sign of anything serious. It might get better by itself and there are treatments that can help.
Tinnitus can sound like:
You may hear these sounds in 1 or both ears, or in your head. They may come and go, or you might hear them all the time.
If you hear these sounds regularly or constantly or its getting worse, book an appointment to see your GP.
Find more information about Tinnitus at https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tinnitus/ or https://www.hearingaid.org.uk/hearing-loss-awareness/tinnitus-awareness-week-2023-the-tinnitus-breakdown
Health services, local authorities, charities and other partners across Cheshire and Merseyside are working together to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
The Cheshire and Merseyside Happy Hearts website is aimed at helping you to reduce your risk of stroke and heart attack by giving you lots of information and tips on keeping your heart happy. The website shares local, practical information on:
Visit the Cheshire and Merseyside Happy Hearts website to find out more.