How stress affects your hearing

April marks Stress Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding the impact of stress on our health. While many people are aware of stress-related issues like anxiety and heart disease, few realise that stress can also affect our hearing. Long-term stress can contribute to problems such as ringing in the ears, sensitivity to sound and […]

Pontefract Hub: Celebrating One Year of Care and Community Impact!

This month, we celebrate a significant milestone: our Novus Pontefract Health & Wellbeing Hub has officially been open for one year! When the hub first opened its doors, it was opened by the Mayor of Wakefield, Cllr Josie Pritchard, who praised its role in providing convenient and accessible healthcare services for Pontefract residents. Over the […]

What Are the Different Levels of Hearing Loss That People Experience?

Hearing loss affects a large number of people in the UK and around the world – more than 1.5 Billion! Did you know there are different types of hearing loss? Surprisingly, hearing loss is not a one-size-fits-all problem. In fact, there are different types of hearing loss, each with its unique causes and varying degrees […]