If you have hearing loss, you know how challenging it can be to participate in a conversation that was once so effortless. With or without hearing loss treatment, there are steps you can take to make hearing and understanding easier. This New Year, make a resolution to start the year with better hearing! Ways to Improve your Hearing and Understanding …
This November, Test your Hearing in Honor of American Diabetes Month
If you are one of the 37 million Americans living with diabetes, you already know there can be many complications to look out for down the line. From heart and kidney disease to vision problems, however one of the lesser known complications from diabetes can be hearing loss. Diabetes and Hearing Loss As mentioned before, hearing loss is one of …
Sharing Your Hearing Loss Experience & Why It Matters
When it comes to talking about hearing loss, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. The way you disclose your hearing loss to others will depend on a number of factors, including your personal comfort level and the situation you are in. But no matter how you choose to disclose your hearing loss, it is important to be thoughtful about why and …
Everyday Noises that Could Cause Hearing Loss
Noise is part of everyday life but did you know that there are everyday sounds we are exposed to that can cause hearing loss? Loud noise is one of the most common causes of hearing loss, the third more pervasive health issue that people live with today. Nearly 1 in 6 people have some degree of impaired hearing, a medical …
Preparing for Emergencies with Hearing Aids
Having a plan of action in the case of an emergency is important for everyone. It is especially useful for people with hearing loss who have specific hearing needs that should be planned for and met. As we are experiencing unusual weather patterns, this is a good time to visit your emergency plan and if you do not have one, …
Can Hearing Loss Affect Your Mood?
Hearing loss has multifaceted effects that can impact daily life in various ways. Hearing is integral to communication which is foundational for relationships, social engagement, work life etc. So when hearing is impaired and communication becomes challenging, the cumulative toll of this is far reaching including impacting one’s mood and overall wellness. Link Between Hearing Loss & Depression Research shows …
Connect with Your Loved Ones with Hearing Loss Treatment
As Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM) comes to a close, we take this opportunity to reflect on how hearing loss helps us connect with our loved ones! BHSM is organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is a campaign for hearing healthcare awareness and advocacy. Impacting over 48 million people, hearing loss is the third most pervasive health …
Sounds That Could Harm Your Hearing
Whether we are conscious of it or not, we are constantly exposed to and absorbing noise. Waking up to an alarm clock, commuting, listening to music or a podcast, and using various appliances; noise is part of our daily lives. Did you know that higher levels of sound can damage hearing? Exposure to loud noise is one of the most …
How Exercise, Diet, Sleep, and Hearing Affect Brain Aging
As we age, it’s important to pay attention to our cognitive health. It’s normal for a decline to begin as we age but left unaddressed it can quickly develop into irreversible dementia. To avoid this Stephen M. Stahl, MD, Ph.D., adjunct professor of psychiatry, University of California San Diego explains announced four pillars of cognitive health at the 2017 Neuroscience …
Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!
January is nearly here and with it comes a brand new year! What do you hope to achieve in this next year? Do you want to exercise more, eat healthier, reconnect with old friends or start a brand new project? Whatever you choose, past the big picture, make sure you focus on the small steps to get there. For instance, …