Button battery safety
Hearing aids use small button batteries, and these batteries can be extremely dangerous if swallowed or placed inside the body. Serious injuries can occur within
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Hearing aids use small button batteries, and these batteries can be extremely dangerous if swallowed or placed inside the body. Serious injuries can occur within
Children can learn from a young age how to contact emergency services – even if they are deaf or hard of hearing. Explore the options
Check out these helpful tips and links to existing fire safety resources. Smoke Alarms Specialised devices sound an alarm at higher decibels and can link
Loud music or noise can still cause injury to someone who is deaf or hard of hearing. Even though children who are D/HH need sound
DHH kids and adults are more at risk on the road. They may not be able to hear oncoming traffic, road works or emergency vehicles.
Button cell batteries dumped in landfills will leak toxins into the soil and water supplies. The good news is that they are recyclable, and many
Moisture, heat and humidity are enemies of hearing aids and cochlear implants. They can affect the electronics, cause corrosion and shorten battery life. There are
Water and swim safety tips: Remove hearing devices after giving your child safety instructions and store them in a safe/dry place. As your child gets