Summer is synonymous with sunshine, relaxation, and an abundance of social events. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for people who have trouble hearing. Fear not, as with a little planning and thought, you can ensure that your summer experiences are still fun. Key tips to make the most of summer […]
Did you realize that high blood pressure can also increase your risk of developing age-related hearing loss? From about 40 years old and up, you may begin to notice that your hearing is starting to fail. Your symptoms might advance gradually and be mostly invisible, but this type of hearing loss is permanent. Usually, it’s […]
Your whole life can be affected by age-related hearing loss. Not only is your ability to hear impacted, but so too are your social connections, your professional networks, and even your mental abilities. Over time, hearing loss can profoundly impact how your brain works in ways that immediately impact your mood, your memory, and more. […]
Putting off on important appointments, like your hearing aid fitting, is all too easy amongst the hustle and bustle of daily events. You might even find yourself hesitating to order hearing aids altogether. But hearing loss affects more than only your ears and delaying treatment can have detrimental effects on your entire life. The connection […]
Our ears are often what carry the load of unintentional harm from neglect in our busy daily lives. There are some common but hazardous practices, like using cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health at risk. What follows are a few practices you can use to help protect the health of […]
It’s likely that earwax and its buildup haven’t been subjects of significant consideration for you, except perhaps during ear hygiene routines. However, comprehending what causes earwax, how it forms, and its purpose is essential. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, also scientifically called cerumen, is composed of a combination of sweat, skin particles, hair, debris, […]
Many aspects of your day-to-day life can be impacted by Hearing Loss. Untreated hearing loss, for instance, can impact your professional life, your favorite pastimes, and even your relationships. Communication can become tense for couples who are dealing with hearing loss. This can cause increased tension, more quarrels, and even the development of animosity. If […]
Your workplace has chosen to encourage teamwork and cooperation by opening up the office floor plan. However, you find yourself struggling in this new setup. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the increased noise makes it difficult to follow conversations. The inability to follow along with conversations in loud environments […]
When you start on a course of medication, it’s natural to want to be educated about any possible side effects. Can it cause digestive problems? Will it dehydrate you? Make you drowsy? There could also be a more serious potential side effect that you may not be aware of – hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you age? Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting all adults as they age, but it is a slow process. Half of people older than 75 have difficulty with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual […]
