Did you know that the workplace is a common source of loud noise exposure? One time or consistent exposure to excessive noise can permanently damage the auditory system which is the sensory system for hearing. Work environments are a common way people are exposed to hazardous levels of noise. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate …
Are you a smoker? You may be used to hearing information on the health risks of smoking, but still struggle to quit. Tobacco is an incredibly addictive substance and despite reasoning, your body just begins to rely on it. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) explains that to quit, “your brain has to get used to not having …
If you think hearing loss only affects older people, think again! More young people than ever are experiencing the effects of noise-induced hearing loss. While about 10% of Millennials have measurable hearing loss, 17% of Gen Z has it. This is especially concerning since Gen Z is the younger of the two generations. What Is Causing the Rise in Hearing …
Until a cure for sensorineural hearing loss is discovered, protecting our hearing ability is the only way to ensure we keep as much of our hearing as possible throughout the course of our lives. While age-related hearing loss will affect the majority of us by the time we reach our 70s, we can minimize its impact by avoiding loud sound …
If you ask three people over the age of 65 about hearing loss, chances are at least one of the experiences it. Hearing loss affects one in every three people over the age of 65 and nearly half of the population age 75 and over. Also known as presbycusis, age-related hearing loss is a common condition that affects most Americans. …
Diabetes and hearing loss are more closely linked than you might believe. November is American Diabetes Month, a nationwide campaign to raise awareness around this prevalent medical condition. But how is it related to hearing loss? Let’s explore these connections! There are 34 million diabetics in the United States and 34.5 million persons who suffer from hearing loss. Many …
Have you noticed any sudden changes in your hearing? Sudden hearing loss can be a sign of a health emergency, and you should take it seriously. This unexpected hearing loss may signal a health concern that may require immediate attention. Let’s talk about sudden hearing loss and what you can do about it. What is Sudden Hearing Loss? As you …
We all know that regular exercise lifts your mood, strengthens your body, and provides many other lifestyle benefits. And now, according to a recent study, instituting a regular fitness routine may also reduce your risk for hearing loss later in life. It could help prevent age-related hearing loss A study conducted at Johns Hopkins University showed a clear link between …
For many of us, hearing loss comes as a product of aging. It is the third most prevalent chronic health condition in the United States, although statistics do show 65% of the people with hearing loss are below what would be considered the retirement age. Getting yearly hearing evaluations at Encore Hearing Care should be part of your health regimen. …
The main reason for concern is that hearing loss is one of the top three growing, public health issues in the US aside from cancer and diabetes. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NDICD), “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss …