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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is otherwise surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the British Overseas Territories. The English language is the de facto official and most widely spoken language in the United Kingdom. The main national dialects are Scottish English, Welsh English and Northern Irish English. Distinctive regional varieties include Brummie, Cockney, Geordie, Mancunian, Scouse, West Country, Yorkshire and MLE (Multicultural London English).

History of Audiology


Incidence and Prevalence of Hearing Loss


Information About Audiology


Scope of Practice and Licensing


Professional and Regulatory Bodies


Ongoing audiology research


Challenges, Opportunities and Notes


Audiology Charities


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