Newsletter March 2026 Now open in Mount Waverley! From left to right: Andrew, Anushka, Gemma, Meg & Stacey. We’re excited to announce that in January, Helix Hearing acquired Soundcare in Mount Waverley. Soundcare has been built on values closely aligned with Helix Hearing — providing personcentred hearing healthcare, free from commercial pressures, and practising audiology as we believe it should be. Importantly, the familiar faces you know and trust, Audiologists Anushka Vallabh and Stacey Paneras, will continue caring for patients in Mount Waverley, ensuring your hearing care remains...

This summer, and as the festive season approaches, think about all the sounds that bring people together: laughter around the BBQ, music on warm evenings, kids playing in the pool, and stories told across the table. Your hearing health keeps you connected to all of it. At Helix Hearing, we believe looking after your hearing is about more than just conversations, it’s about living life to the fullest, now and for years to come. Just like we care for our fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing, healthy hearing deserves a place in your routine too. Addressing hearing challenges early means...

Tinnitus is a neurological phenomenon that can be perceived as a humming, buzzing, clicking, hissing (or other sound)in the absence of an external sound source. The manifestation of this perception may either be persistent or sporadic, and it can vary in severity. There are several likely causes of tinnitus, such as exposure to loud noise, hearing loss, anxiety, specific medications, and underlying health conditions. However, tinnitus can also occur in the absence of any medical condition or environmental cause. If you are experiencing tinnitus, it is crucial to seek an audiologist evaluation...

Our ability to communicate with the world is heavily dependent on our sense of hearing, which makes it an indispensable component of human interaction. However, as we age, our hearing ability may decline, resulting in difficulties in understanding sounds and conversations. Research denotes that about 15% of individuals globally experience some form of hearing impairment, which can have a substantial impact on their overall quality of life. For over a quarter of a century, Helix Hearing has been a leading provider of comprehensive solutions to hearing care requirements. Our services encompass...

Hearing loss is a common issue that affects people of all ages. If you’re experiencing hearing difficulties, it’s crucial to seek assistance and undergo a hearing test. At our clinic located in Gippsland, we offer a wide range of hearing assessments and hearing services for people of all ages.. Children’s Hearing Tests: Fun and Engaging Assessments Hearing issues can cause developmental delays in children. This is why it’s vital to test their hearing at an early stage of life or at the first sign of any concerns. Our children’s hearing tests are designed...

One of our most important senses is hearing. It enables us to interact with our surroundings, enjoy music, and take in the sounds of nature. Unfortunately, millions of individuals throughout the world struggle with hearing loss. From social interactions to job performance, hearing loss can have a big influence on our quality of life. It’s crucial to get help and undergo a hearing assessment if you have any hearing issues or concerns. What is an Audiogram Test? A diagnostic examination called an audiogram measures your capacity to hear sounds at various pitches and loudness. This...

Tinnitus is more common than we think. Have you ever experienced a ringing, buzzing or whooshing sound in your ears before? Lots of us have. Some of us may experience it more often than others. But what exactly is tinnitus?Tinnitus is described as the perception of hearing a sound when there is actually no external sound present. It can be heard in one or both ears, or sometimes perceived to be central. Everyone may experience tinnitus a little different. Tinnitus can often flare up randomly with no particular known cause. It may get worse for a period of time and then reduce in severity and...