​Widex has always had a reputation for delivering natural sound, and the Allure hearing aids are the biggest leap the brand has taken in five years. Powered by a new W1 chip and combined with AI-driven customisation through an intuitive app, the Allure platform is designed to make everyday listening feel less like listening and more like just being present in the moment.
Here's what we'll cover:

• What makes Widex Allure hearing aids different
• The new W1 chip and how it works
• Key features including Speech Enhancer Pro and PureSound
• The Widex Allure app and AI Sound Assistant
• Available models: RIC, BTE, and ITE
• Performance levels and UK pricing
• Is Widex Allure right for you?

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If you're in Cornwall and thinking about upgrading, our audiologist Kara at K&M Hearing Solutions offers honest advice and personalised care to help you find the right fit. Take a look at our hearing aid packages or book a hearing test to get started.

​Ear drops sit in almost every UK medicine cabinet, yet most people reach for whatever bottle looks familiar without really knowing what it does. Olive oil, sodium bicarbonate, hydrogen peroxide, acetic acid, antibiotic, antifungal, corticosteroid. Each one targets a different problem, and using the wrong drop can make things worse rather than better. Understanding what you're actually putting in your ear matters.
Here's what we'll cover:

• What ear drops actually do
• Ear drops for softening earwax
• Ear drops for infections (bacterial and fungal)
• Ear drops for pain and inflammation
• Ear drops for itchiness and dry ear canals
• How to apply ear drops correctly
• When to stop and see a professional

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If you're in Cornwall and can't work out what's going on with your ears, K&M Hearing Solutions in Truro can help. We offer thorough hearing tests, gentle wax removal, and expert ear health advice tailored to your specific concerns.

If you're researching hearing aids and looking for a balance between performance and affordability, ReSound Savi is a range worth considering. Positioned below ReSound's premium hearing aid technology, Savi focuses on delivering clear sound, reliable connectivity and everyday listening support without the higher price tag associated with flagship devices.

At K&M Hearing Solutions, we know that not everyone needs the most advanced hearing aid available. For many people, the priority is simple: hearing conversations more clearly, staying connected to family and friends, and feeling confident in everyday situations.

In this ReSound Savi review, we'll explore the key features, sound quality, battery life and real-world performance of ReSound Savi hearing aids to help you decide whether they could be the right hearing solution for your needs.

If you've been researching hearing aids recently, you've probably come across the ReSound Vivia range. As ReSound's latest AI-powered hearing solution, ReSound Vivia hearing aids have generated significant interest amongst both hearing care professionals and people looking to improve hearing in everyday life.

At K&M Hearing Solutions, we're always interested in whether new hearing aid technology genuinely helps people hear better or simply introduces another marketing buzzword. ReSound Vivia uses artificial intelligence, machine learning and a deep neural network to help users hear conversations more clearly whilst reducing background noise in challenging listening environments.

In this ReSound Vivia review, we'll explore the key features, sound quality, battery life, Bluetooth connectivity and real-world performance of ReSound Vivia hearing aids, helping you decide whether they could be the right hearing solution for your hearing loss and lifestyle.

When people think about health risks in construction, it’s usually falls, heavy lifting, dust exposure and physical injuries that come to mind.

But there’s another long-term issue affecting thousands of workers across the industry that often goes unnoticed until the damage is already permanent.

According to occupational hearing surveillance data, construction workers are among those exposed to the highest levels of hazardous workplace noise. Research from the CDC found that 37% of construction workers were exposed to hazardous noise in the previous year, while 13% reported hearing difficulties and 7% reported tinnitus symptoms linked to workplace noise exposure. Even more concerning, 52% of noise-exposed construction workers admitted to not wearing hearing protection.
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Many workers spend years around loud equipment every day without realising how quickly safe exposure times fall as noise levels increase. To demonstrate this, we've created the Construction Noise Exposure Calculator below, which shows how recommended exposure times reduce as noise levels rise.

That faint pop every time you swallow. The crackle that creeps in during a flight or a stuffy cold. It can feel unsettling, especially when you're not sure if it's harmless or something worth a closer look.

The good news? Most popping sounds in the ear are completely normal and easy to manage once you know the cause.
​Here's what we'll cover:

• What a popping sound in the ear actually is
• Common causes, from pressure changes to earwax build-up
• How colds, allergies, and sinus issues play a role
• When tinnitus or middle ear concerns might be involved
• Simple fixes you can try at home
• Clear signs it's time to see a professional

Two grand for something the size of a coffee bean? It's enough to make anyone wince. But here's the bit most people miss: roughly 6.7 million people in the UK would benefit from hearing aids, yet only 2 million actually wear them, and price is one of the top reasons. The thing is, that price tag isn't just covering a tiny gadget. It's covering a small computer, years of aftercare, and the expertise to make it all actually work for your ears.
Here's what we'll break down in this article:

• The real engineering and R&D behind modern hearing aids
• What's included into the price (and what isn't)
• How technology tiers and lifestyle shape what you pay
• Smart ways to get genuine value without overpaying

If you're weighing up whether the cost is worth it, K&M Hearing Solutions can walk you through the options honestly. We're independent, family-run, and based right here in Truro, so you'll get straight answers, not a hard sell.

That dull throb behind your ear after a brutal week at work? It's not always a coincidence. Your body keeps score, and your ears might be the first place it shows up. Cortisol, the stress hormone, can quietly lower your immune defences, leaving your middle ear wide open to bacteria and viruses that would normally bounce right off.

Here's what we'll unpack in this article:
●      The biological link between chronic stress and ear infections
●      Telltale symptoms that point to a stress-driven flare-up
●      How to tell stress-related ear pain apart from a true infection
●      When you need professional advice or treatment

If your hearing issues keep nagging at you, the team at K&M Hearing Solutions is right here in Truro. We've been helping Cornwall locals get to the bottom of unexplained discomfort for years. Pop in for a chat or a hearing check when you're ready.

In this review, we take an in-depth look at the new Phonak Audéo Infinio Sphere, one of the most advanced hearing aid technology platforms currently available.

Designed to improve speech understanding in complex listening environments and reduce listening effort, this new hearing technology builds on the success of Phonak Lumity while introducing significantly increased computational capability.
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For many people with hearing loss, the real challenge is not hearing sound, it is understanding speech clearly when there is competing background noise. The Phonak Infinio Sphere has been developed specifically to address that problem.

On Monday 7 April 2026, World Health Day will be observed around the world. The date marks the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organisation in 1948 and serves as a reminder that good health should be accessible to everyone. The theme for 2026, “Global Action for Universal Health Coverage,” highlights something simple but powerful: people everywhere should be able to access the care they need without financial hardship.

When we think about global health, we often picture life-saving medicines, vaccines, and clean water. And rightly so. Around the world, millions of preventable illnesses still affect vulnerable communities. But health is not only about survival. It is about quality of life. It is about being able to connect, communicate, and participate fully in everyday moments.
And that includes your hearing.

Because a healthy life truly does start with your hearing.