Start the New Year right with The Great Big Hearing Test 2026
Start the New Year right with The Great Big Hearing Test 2026
5 minutes
Published: 3 January 2025
19 December 2025
The new year is the perfect time to focus on improving your health and wellbeing - and that includes your hearing, which is why The Great Big Hearing Test is returning in 2026.
During Christmas time, people with undiagnosed hearing loss may face significant challenges that leave them feeling isolated. In fact, almost two-thirds (64%) of people with hearing loss report that social gatherings and conversations are more difficult this time of year. This could include difficulties following group discussions and engaging in conversations, as well as misunderstandings or a need to ask others to repeat themselves - all of which can detract from the joy of spending time with their loved ones.
Whether you've felt it during the holidays or simply as part of daily life, these signs are often a clear indicator that it's time to get your hearing checked.
January offers a fresh start, and what better way to begin the year than by prioritising your hearing health?
It only takes a couple minutes to book a free hearing test, and it could make a world of difference to how you engage with the world around you.
This January, take the simple step towards better hearing and greater confidence in 2026 and beyond.
Why January is the perfect time for a hearing test
January is a time when many of us commit to improving aspects of our lives, whether it's moving more, eating cleaner, or adopting a healthier mindset. But we all know how difficult it can be to stick to these life changes in the long term.
However, getting a hearing test is one of the simplest steps you can take this year to improve your wellbeing. It's quick, it's free, and it only takes 15 minutes.
Waiting too long to get tested can have lasting consequences. Over four years is the average time people wait to seek help after first noticing hearing difficulties. By then, the impact on your social life, confidence, and even your mental health can be significant.
This upcoming January, make a resolution to act sooner. A simple test could change how you experience life in 2026.
What a hearing test can do for you
Hearing loss is often gradual, and its effects can be subtle, which is why many people delay getting tested. Yet, the benefits of early detection are clear. Over three quarters (76%) of people who get tested experience improvements in their communication, social interactions, and overall quality of life:
• 52% feel more comfortable in social situations
• 52% find communication easier
• 36% experience increased confidence
• 39% notice an improvement in overall wellbeing
Not only can a hearing test improve your day-to-day interactions, but it can also prevent future health risks, as untreated hearing loss is linked to conditions like dementia and depression.
Don’t let another year go by without addressing your hearing health. Book a free hearing test today
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Boots Hearingcare
Boots Hearingcare