Page 48 • The HERALD • 8th October 2026 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Kit Davison FHP MCFHP MAFHP Qualified Foot Health Practitioner • Corns, Calluses, ingrown toenails, • Athlete’s Foot and thickened toenails. • Toenail and fingernail cutting. Flexible appointments and home visits available. 07752 674591 kdavison@kdfootcare.co.uk http://kdfootcare.co.uk Hearing and the Over-55s: Why It’s Time to Listen Up Advice from Specsavers in Hythe As we age, we become more aware of changes in our health - our eyesight, joints, memory, and energy levels. But one aspect that’s o en overlooked is hearing. For those aged 55 and over, gradual hearing loss is incredibly common, yet many delay doing anything about it. e truth is your hearing deserves the same attention as the rest of your wellbeing. Hearing loss o en develops slowly, making it easy to ignore or explain away. You might nd yourself asking people to repeat themselves, turning up the TV louder than before, or struggling to follow conversations in noisy places. ese changes can be subtle, but they’re worth paying attention to. One in ve adults over 55 has some degree of hearing loss - but many don’t realise it, or put o getting help due to outdated perceptions about hearing aids. In reality, modern hearing aids are small, discreet, and incredibly smart, o ering features like background noise reduction, rechargeable batteries, and even Bluetooth connectivity to your phone or TV. More importantly, treating hearing loss early can have major bene ts beyond just hearing better. Studies have shown that untreated hearing loss in older adults is linked to increased risks of social isolation, depression, and even cognitive decline. By staying on top of your hearing health, you’re also protecting your brain, con dence, and social life. At Specsavers Hearcare, we o er free hearing tests, and we especially encourage those aged 55 and over to book a test as part of their regular health checks. at Specsavers Southampton City Centre and Hythe Stores has over 25 years of international audiology experience. Dr Nel specialises in hearing care for older adults and leads our team in providing compassionate, expert support tailored to every individual. Book your free hearing test today, and take the rst step toward better hearing and a more connected life. Whether you’re just curious, or have noticed a change in your hearing, our friendly audiology team is here to help with expert advice and personalised care. We o er an NHS hearing service as well as bespoke private hearing aid options for those choosing private care. It’s never too early - or too late - to look a er your hearing. Dr Nel Govender, Hearcare Director Dr Nel Govender, Hearcare Director at Specsavers Southampton City Centre and Hythe Stores Waterside Health Walks Everyone is very welcome to go along and join in any of the free Waterside Health Walks (car parking charges might apply). e next walks are: Thursday 15th October, 3pm at Ashurst for a 2.5 mile walk; Monday 19th October, 10am at Gang Warily for a 2.4 mile walk; Saturday 24th October, 10.30am at Tilery Road for a 5 mile walk and Thursday 29th October, 3pm at Denny Wood for a 2 mile walk. For more information about the Waterside Health Walks group please contact Mike Roberts on: 023 8084 7461 or 07811 361319. Tai Chi for Health & Fitness Tai Chi for Health & Fitness takes place on Mondays, 9.20am start, at Colbury Memorial Hall, an hour of Tai Chi moves with the Sensei from New Forest Marshall Arts. e rst attendance is free and then £5pp per session you attend. For full details of New Forest Marshall Arts courses please visit: https:// newforestmartialarts.co.uk
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