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BBC The One Show star admits it's 'difficult' to live with incurable disease


The Springwatch host appeared on The One Show to help raise awareness for hearing loss, and shared how important it is for him to be able to hear to enjoy nature

The One Show viewers were moved as Springwatch presenter Chris Packham candidly discussed the "challenges" of living with an incurable illness. Meniere's disease is a rare, chronic disorder that affects the inner ear, leading to symptoms like tinnitus, vertigo, and hearing loss. During a revealing segment, Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel talked about his decision to get hearing aids, sharing: "I had my eyes fixed, and nobody said anything to that.

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