Whether you’re going to concerts, working, or doing some yard work, hearing protection is essential in keeping your ears safe against harmful noise levels. However, a number of factors can interfere with the effectiveness of your hearing protection, leaving you exposed to potential risks. In order to understand and successfully maximize the benefits of your […]
The warmth and gaiety of festive family get-togethers is what the holidays are all about. As your grandkids sing and play, you reunite with siblings, cousins, and kids, developing precious memories. But if you’re coping with hearing loss, these priceless moments can sometimes feel out of reach. Are you ready to take the steps to […]
Thanksgiving is a treasured time for family gatherings, filled with merriment, stories, and sentiments of gratitude. It’s also a great occasion to address important health concerns, such as hearing loss, in a supportive and compassionate setting. Thanksgiving is a holiday when family gathers together, making it the ideal time to broach the topic of hearing […]
Tiredness can have a wide variety of causes, ranging from a simple sleepless night to respiratory problems such as sleep apnea. But there is something more common that can also be the cause of fatigue and that’s hearing loss. That’s at least partly due to the fact that hearing loss normally develops gradually over time. […]
Many people feel stress when they think about hearing loss. Facing the idea of not hearing the world as we know it can be daunting, and for some people, fear of hearing loss can prevent them from finding essential help. However, stress about hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from finding help. Recognizing how […]
Hearing loss usually begins subtly. You may dismiss your need for people to repeat themselves as them mumbling or background noise. But when this happens, you begin to think that you might be starting to develop hearing loss. It will be easier to recognize whether your own hearing is changing by understanding the sounds that […]
Hearing is a vital part of a professional musician’s livelihood and art, not only a mere sense. However, many musicians still believe that hearing loss is just an inevitable result of practicing their craft. This is both an outdated and harmful mindset. Luckily, this harmful mindset is being challenged by growing awareness and recent legal […]
Earplugs can often be a basic and effective way to fall asleep at night if you are being kept awake by disruptive noises. Noises that may be preventing your ability to get a good night’s sleep can be reduced or totally blocked out by wearing a pair of earplugs at night. With an assortment of […]
As our family members age, specific changes in their health can be anticipated. Hearing loss is one of the most predominant of these health issues. As reported by the National Institutes of Health, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 experience some degree of hearing loss. This number increases considerably […]
Most people think that as they get older hearing loss will be unavoidable. In truth, damage from repeated exposure to loud noise is also a leading factor. Permanent hearing loss accumulates with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Preventable hearing loss is not restricted to adults either, we’re seeing more […]
