As we get older regular hearing tests, like eye tests, become an important part of our healthcare routine. Because at Boots hearingcare we want you to help you to hear and feel better we offer our hearing tests free of charge to all Boots customers.

If you'd like to know if you could benefit from a hearing test at Boots, then see if you meet any of the criteria below:

You're over 60 and have never had a hearing test
Many people lose some of their hearing as they get  older - this is a natural process. In fact more than half of all people over 60 have some degree of age-related hearing loss. If you're over 60 it's wise to start taking care of your hearing - attending a hearing test at Boots hearingcare is a simple first step.

It's over 2 years since your last hearing test
Hearing levels change over time and deterioration can occur more quickly with age. If it is 2 years or more since your last hearing test, we recommend you book an appointment at your local Boots hearingcare centre. Hearing tests are just as important when you wear a hearing aid as changes to your hearing can affect how efficiently your hearing aid is supporting your hearing.

You're not hearing as well as you used to

Hearing loss usually occurs so gradually that you may not notice it straight away - in fact for many people it's friends or family members who notice the symptoms first.

Symptom Checker
If any of the following hearing loss symptoms seem familiar you could benefit from a hearing test at Boots:

	You struggle to hear clearly over the phone, even in a quiet room
	You find yourself guessing words to compensate for those you didn't hear in a conversation
	Family or friends complain that you have the volume on the television or radio too loud for their comfort
	You often feel like people are mumbling or speaking too quietly
	You have to ask people to repeat themselves
	You find it hard to keep up with conversations - especially in restaurants or areas where there is a lot of background noise
	You find yourself having to concentrate hard with group conversations.

If any of these situations seem familiar then we would recommend you get your hearing tested. Simply call our Customer Care Team on 0845 072 0870 to book an appointment or request a hearing test online.