A free program on hearing loss will be held at the Winn Parish Library on Wednesday, December 11, as part of the Wellness Wednesday series sponsored by the Library, Rapides Foundation, City of Winnfield and LSU AgCenter.

Organizers ask, “Is it hearing loss?  Use the checklist below to screen yourself for hearing loss:”

🔾 Do you have dizziness, pain or ringing in your ears?

🔾 Do people around you often seem to mumble?

🔾 Do you often need to ask people to repeat themselves?

🔾 Do others complain about you turning up the TV too loud?

🔾 Do you have trouble following conversations when more than one person is talking?

🔾 Do you have trouble hearing on the phone?

🔾 Do you have to listen carefully, making an extra effort to understand conversation?

🔾 Do you have trouble hearing in noisy environments, such as a restaurant?

“If the answer is ‘yes’ to one or more, it is recommended that you make an appointment with a certified audiologist for hearing evaluation,” organizers suggest.

Wellness Wednesday on December 11 will begin at 11:30 with lunch and the program will follow at noon.