Hearing Treatments

15 May, 2019

Consumer Reports offers sound advice about hearing loss

By |May 15th, 2019|

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 [...]

28 March, 2019

Studies show link between sleep apnea and hearing loss

By |March 28th, 2019|

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 [...]

28 November, 2018

New Research Findings Hold Promise for Tinnitus Relief

By |November 28th, 2018|

How Common is Tinnitus (Ringing in the Ears) According to studies, more than 50 million people in the United States have reported experiencing tinnitus, resulting in an estimated prevalence of 10% to 15% in adults. Experts believe that about one in five individuals who experience tinnitus are bothered enough by the condition to seek clinical [...]

24 November, 2018

New Research Shows Hearing Aids and Cataract Surgery Linked to Slower Rate of Cognitive Decline

By |November 24th, 2018|

According to new research by University of Manchester academics, hearing aids and cataract surgery are strongly linked to a slower rate of age-related cognitive decline, the UK-based public research university announced on its website. According to Dr Piers Dawes and Dr Asri Maharani, cognitive decline—which affects memory and thinking skills—is slowed after patient’s hearing and sight are improved. The rate [...]

30 October, 2018

Could seasonal allergies cause hearing loss?

By |October 30th, 2018|

This time of year, a lot of people experience itchy eyes and a runny nose – which is typical for allergy season.  But what you may not know is that a person suffering from allergies could account experience a diminished sense of hearing. According to hearing health professionals, symptoms can include itching, swelling, vertigo and [...]

31 July, 2018

Can Surgery Correct Hearing Loss?

By |July 31st, 2018|

Nearly 48 million Americans have some type of hearing loss that affects the communication, relationships, health and even the careers of those who have it. If you have hearing loss, you might wonder if there are surgeries that can restore your lost hearing. The short answer is: it depends. There are ear surgeries to restore hearing if [...]

6 June, 2018

By |June 6th, 2018|

In today's modern world, more and more young adults are wearing headphones for a good portion of the day, every day. A podcast during their morning commute, music to drown out a noisy workplace, or a running playlist to get through an evening jog.  The World Health Organisation estimates more than 1 billion young people [...]

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