Deafness and Hearing Impairment

Auditory Processing Disorder in the United Kingdom
A voluntary organisation to promote recognition of this disorder. Information section, member area, links and calendar.
http://www.apduk.org/

Deafness Research UK
Charity supporting medical research and education to secure improvements in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of hearing impairment. Includes information and advice, articles, and FAQ.
http://www.deafnessresearch.org.uk/

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

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 Coclear Implant?
Information site produced by Advanced Bionics (UK) Ltd, and 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/

Single Sided Deafness
The BBC offer information on the condition, causes, and treatment options. (June 13, 2003)
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/medical_notes/2988972.stm