Have you been having to ask people to repeat themselves more often than not these days? Do you find that watching TV with friends or family has recently turned into arguments about the volume, rather than what you are watching? If you answered yes, then there is a good chance you have some degree of hearing loss. There are a …
Have you ever settled down after a busy day, only to hear ringing, buzzing or swooshing in your ears? The technical term for this is tinnitus and it can be incredibly stressful. This is because the sound of tinnitus can feel inescapable, especially when all you crave is peace and quiet. It’s important to understand that if you have tinnitus, …
Every 11 seconds an older adult arrives at an emergency department seeking treatment for injuries related to a fall. According to the CDC, 25% of Americans over age 65 fall each year. Falls are a serious health concern for older adults, and they are the leading cause of injuries in seniors. Here’s everything you need to know about falls, tips …
Approximately 50 million Americans have hearing loss. Common causes of hearing loss include an illness, injury, or age-related hearing loss. Everyday noises can also cause permanent hearing loss. These are just some of the everyday sounds that could lead to hearing loss. Types of Hearing Loss There are two main types of hearing loss. Conductive hearing loss is caused by an …
Are you ready to celebrate Better Hearing and Speech Month? This annual event is organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and this year we’re talking about Building Connections. Do you have a loved one who has a hard time hearing conversations? Join us in celebrating Better Hearing and Speech Month to find out how you can encourage your loved …
Although most of us would much rather be optimistic and not think about it, emergencies can and do happen. Extreme situations can develop quickly and have a devastating impact. Being prepared can make all the difference when it comes to getting through a disaster. If you have hearing loss, this involves making some special preparations to make sure you stay …
Hearing loss doesn’t just affect your ears- it’s well known to have a ripple effect through many aspects of your life. Compromised hearing can affect your balance and coordination, heart health, and even your mood. Although it’s easy to blame a bad mood on the wrong side of the bed or the luck of the draw, researchers are learning that …
The months of April and May are where prospective college students find out if they have gotten into their desired colleges. Those with hearing loss have a further question to consider as they prepare for the fall semester – how will the college accommodate their hearing loss? Thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and decades of education and …
When you think of earwax, “healthy” might be the last word to come to mind. And yet, this substance is essential to keep our ears in top shape. Perhaps the discomfort we feel at the thought of earwax is picturing it out of place, and indeed overproduction can be a problem for some people. Although this substance, technically known as …
Getting new hearing aids is such an exciting step in improving hearing health and overall wellness. Hearing aids provide significant support that enables people to hear much more clearly and with greater ease. Transitioning into hearing aids includes hearing sounds you haven’t experienced in quite some time, being able to follow conversations comfortably, and spending quality time with loved ones. …