Hearing loss is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world. Unfortunately, many myths and misconceptions about hearing loss still exist today. This can prevent people from seeking the help they need to hear better. We’ll explore some of these myths and dispel them with facts about hearing aids and other hearing technologies. We will also discuss …
Smoking and Hearing Loss
Hearing ability is an important aspect of overall health. The things that harm our hearing tend to harm everything else too, but hearing loss is often the first consequence to ensue. Therefore, it is important to take care of our hearing and seek treatment if we experience any issues. Hearing loss may contribute to a faster rate of atrophy in …
Support Your Mental Health by Addressing Untreated Hearing Loss
Treating hearing loss can have a positive impact on mental health. Hearing loss can lead to stress, anger, depression, loneliness, and memory loss, among other mental health issues. A large study connected hearing loss to these mental health issues. A review of the literature found that mental health investigators and practitioners require a better understanding of hearing loss, its association …
Hearing Loss Detection – Why Your Doctor May Have a Hard Time Diagnosing Hearing Loss
Primary care providers may not always be able to detect hearing loss because they may not consider hearing loss as the underlying cause of symptoms, especially if they are not aware of the patient’s hearing history. During a typical medical appointment, doctors have limited time to conduct a thorough examination, which may not include a comprehensive hearing evaluation. Additionally, assessment …
Improving Communication with Your Family
Imagine this scenario: You are trying to have a conversation with your loved one who has hearing loss, but they keep asking you to repeat yourself or misunderstand what you are saying. Frustration sets in, and the communication breakdown leads to tension and even arguments. If you can relate to this situation, you are not alone. Millions of people worldwide …
Celebrate World Hearing Day: Ear and hearing care for all!
Do you know someone with hearing loss? Chances are likely. In the United States, hearing loss is the 3rd most chronic health condition facing people 70 years and older, however, the risk of hearing loss isn’t for just older adults. People of all ages across the world are at risk for hearing loss. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that …
Questions and Answers about Hearing Loss
Maybe you or a loved one is starting to experience hearing loss or maybe you are just trying to learn more, either way there are many misconceptions about hearing loss. The best way to combat these misunderstandings is to learn more about the topic. Hearing loss is a complex condition with many causes and symptoms that are not always as …
Working with Hearing Loss
Over 48 million people have hearing loss. Impaired hearing is actually the third most pervasive chronic health issue that people experience today. The workplace is a common source of loud noise exposure which contributes to hearing loss and can worsen symptoms. According to the Hearing Health Foundation, 22% of people are exposed to hazardous levels of noise in the workplace. …
Earbud Use Could Harm Your Hearing
If you use earbuds to listen to music or other audio, you know how useful and enjoyable they can be. Not only are they easily portable, but they make it possible to listen directly to streaming media from your smartphone while you’re on the go. Although your speakers at home might provide better audio quality, many earbuds have improved greatly, …
Hearing Loss & Fatigue
If you have hearing loss, you might be familiar with the following scenario. Though you are feeling well-rested and energetic prior to a social event, party, or family gathering, you find that you are exhausted within only a few moments of entering. When others are speaking to you, it requires all your energy to focus on what they have to …