For many people, hearing loss comes on gradually– so gradually that it can be easy to dismiss. Certain people are reluctant to get help, even when they notice speech becoming muffled or find social events taxing. Many times, the barrier is not the hearing aid, but the connotations it suggests. Despite how common hearing loss […]
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can take a heavy toll on your hearing health, particularly in environments where sound levels go above safe thresholds. You must defend your ears; this is crucial for not just preventing hearing loss—it also helps you maintain focus despite noisy conditions. Hence, what steps should you take to choose the […]
Thanksgiving is all about food, kin, and conversation. Yet, if a loved one suffers from hearing loss, they might feel apart at the dinner table, despite being surrounded by caring people. Contrary to initial thought, a holiday setting is often an ideal, supportive time to begin a sensitive conversation about hearing health. The Reasons Thanksgiving […]
In our modern society, linking with people, information, and sound is essential. For those with hearing loss, keeping pace with that connected life can be a struggle, especially with older hearing aids that simply make things louder rather than clearer. Bluetooth hearing aids are transforming the landscape. They deliver easier communication and a more engaged […]
Hearing aids can be game-changing, offering better communication and superior quality of life. Headaches can occur for some wearers during the initial period of using hearing aids. Luckily, these headaches are generally fleeting and easy to manage with necessary adjustments and care, even if they are annoying at first. Let’s examine why these headaches happen […]
Have you gotten a normal score on an audiogram but continue to struggle to understand speech in challenging environments like crowded rooms or busy restaurants? If your experience matches this, know that you’re not wrong. The cause might be hidden hearing loss, which is an issue in hearing that frequently goes undetected by common testing […]
Imagine if bettering hearing could equally mean boosting memory. Is this feasible? That’s the finding of a groundbreaking new data based on extended data from the Framingham Heart Study. The data show that adults who begin using hearing aids before the age of 70 may decrease their risk of developing dementia by as much as […]
Acoustic interference is an perpetual aspect of modern life. From lawnmowers and traffic to personal audio devices, the world is louder than ever. Without adequate care, this higher level of noise can result in damage to your sense of hearing. October is National Protect Your Hearing Month, making it the perfect time to concentrate on […]
Why are women and children sometimes more challenging to hear than men? Perhaps you have noticed that some men claim they are unable to hear their wives speaking when they are listing tasks to be done. Of course, we are kidding; however, there are many reasons why it becomes difficult to hear women’s and children’s […]
For individuals who deal with tinnitus, air travel can be a source of anxiety, as the flight might exacerbate their ear discomfort, adding to the normal pre-trip jitters about reaching their final destination. The loud cabin noise, shifting air pressure, and tension related to air travel can all add to more intense or irritating tinnitus. […]
