The Initiative

One in every six people worldwide is affected by hearing loss – the equivalent of people who own a car. As the population ages – and noise pollution in the world increases – more and more people will be losing their hearing. The consequences of untreated hearing loss can extend as far as complete social isolation. It is estimated that the number of those affected by hearing loss will rise to around 1.1 billion by 2015. In view of these figures, Phonak is determined to take its social responsibility as the leading expert in the field seriously and has established the Hear the World initiative

Visit hear-the-world.com to learn more!

Answers to many commonly asked questions about hearing aid batteries.

• Can I use any size battery in my hearing aid?
  When you purchase your hearing aid you will be told what battery size to use. Make sure to always use the correct size! Battery size is often written on the Hearing Aid Purchase Agreement, or refer to the old battery container to be sure you get the correct size.

We are sensitive to the needs of everyone who depends on our knowledge, ideas and care. And by creatively challenging the limits of technology, we develop innovations that help people hear, understand and experience more of life’s rich soundscapes.

Interact freely. Communicate with confidence. Live without limit. Life is on.

With the holidays upon us, we find our thoughts and energies turning to friends and family, as we search for that perfect gift, bake special treats and catch up on what has happened in the past year. Above all, the holiday’s focus on sharing time with those we love.

With each gathering we attend, we may be noticing that hearing what is going on has become more difficult. Hearing is something we often take for granted-that is, of course, until we begin to lose it.