Hearing loss topics | Taringa turi

Hearing loss (taringa turi) is common and can develop at any stage of your life, even at birth, but most often as you get older. Hearing loss can be mild, moderate, severe or profound. Deafness is a partial or complete loss of hearing. People with severe or profound deafness make up a unique community with its own culture. Find out more about hearing loss and deafness, including NZ Sign Language.