Learning update: Ear health

This educational update article looks at common ear problems and can be used as part of your CPD. It takes the form of common case scenarios you are likely to encounter in the pharmacy.

Work through the article and test your knowledge by answering the multiple-choice questions at the end. Record your learning and how you applied it in your practice using the action and evaluation record, which will then be stored in your personal learning log.

Learning objectives

After reading this article you should be able to:

• Explain the importance of having regular hearing tests
• Recommend self-care measures to manage minor ear problems
• Signpost those needing more information on specific conditions.

Key facts

• There are around 356,000 people with combined visual and hearing impairment in the UK, according to Action on Hearing Loss
• The total number of people with hearing loss is expected to rise to 14.5m by 2031 (up from 10m this year)