Every day, millions of people around the world suffer from noises that no one else can hear. Some people hear a high-pitched ringing sound while others hear something else entirely, from whooshing to static, chirps, beeps, roaring, or one of many other noises. Despite a lack of awareness in the general public, tinnitus (the medical [...]
Consumer Reports recently shared advice from audiologists and other experts about why it's critical not to delay proper diagnosis and treatment when it comes to hearing loss. Below is an abbreviated version of the article which offers helpful insight into why people delay getting hearing aids and some of the health risks associated with postponing [...]
In honor of May - Better Hearing and Speech Month, we wanted to share a recent article in Medical News Today that provides a first-hand account of the significant impact hearing aids had on one young man's life. Through my eyes: My first 48 hours with hearing aids By Adam Felman l Published Saturday 20 April [...]
If hearing aids are recommended after your hearing is tested, your Audiologist will then work with you to find the right hearing aids. That selection process, called a hearing aid fitting, starts with an assessment of your needs and ends with follow-up visits after the customized programming of your devices. Hearing aids work best when they [...]
Spring is in full bloom all around the country - flowers are blooming, birds are singing and the days are getting warmer. It also brings seasonal allergies along with rain and erratic temperature shifts, all of which can have an impact on your ears and hearing. Changes in barometric pressure When the barometric pressure drops [...]
If you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may want to get your hearing tested. While researchers are still studying the relationship between the two, hearing loss and sleep apnea appear strongly linked, according to several studies published in the past few years. One, a study of nearly 14,000 people found that hearing impairment was more common [...]
While we may be familiar with the primary ways to protect our ears such as wearing ear plugs in loud environments, reducing the volume level while using headphones, and taking care when cleaning our ears. But recent evidence shows a new way to protect our ears is emerging–a healthy diet. Whether you are eating dark green [...]
When you think of February, the first image that might come to mind is a heart. From heart-shaped boxes of chocolates to Valentine’s cards to stuffed bears clutching hearts, February is full of the traditional symbol of love. . But February is also about health and in this case, heart health. In honor of National [...]
Hearing aids are the most common treatment for hearing loss. Millions of individuals wear these miniature, custom-fit, digitally programmed and personalized hearing solutions every day. If you rely on hearing aids to keep you hearing clearly at all times, you know how important it is to quickly identify and address any problems. Common hearing aid issues The four [...]
When considering the use of hearing aids, it's important to work with an audiologist in order to get the perfect fit -much like you'd go to a tailor for a new suit. Just as one person’s height and weight differ from another, so does hearing loss. Wearing custom-fit hearing aids increases the likelihood you will [...]