Hearing loss has a significant impact on the lives of millions of People. An estimated 13 percent of Americans have hearing impairment in both ears, while 2 percent of those aged 45 to 54 have severe hearing loss that is considered disabling. Unfortunately, fewer than one-third of Americans aged 70 and older who might benefit […]
How To Tell Hyperacusis From Misophonia
Almost everyone has heard a sound that made them uncomfortable. For some, it’s the scratching of a chalkboard or metal grinding that makes them cringe. For others, loud chewing and smacking or too many sounds at once that sets them on edge. When these experiences become overwhelming, it could be the result of hyperacusis or […]
Hearing Aid Cleaning Tips
For people with hearing loss who use hearing aids, the enormous benefits of social engagement, work productivity, and enjoying hearing the world around you are only tempered by how well your device functions. Today’s hearing aids are small and powerful, filled with modern technology. These devices are much more prone to failure due to everyday […]
Best Reasons To Schedule A Hearing Test Today
It is estimated that over 450 million people worldwide have hearing loss at a debilitating level, with over a billion more at risk. While hearing aids can relieve some hearing issues, it’s estimated that over 20 percent of people that could benefit from hearing aid devices have been fitted to use them. Many who have […]
Tips For Musicians To Prevent Hearing Loss
Music and musicians are an integral part of the history and culture of the entire world. Music can define a culture and provides an emotional expression that goes beyond words. For everyone who loves to play or listen to music, full-spectrum hearing is an essential part of the experience. Not being able to register all […]
New Year’s Resolutions For Hearing Health
As the new year approaches, many people start to imagine the possibilities that the new year can bring. With that comes the tradition of new year’s resolutions. If you are worried about your hearing health, now is an excellent time to add it to your list this year. If you have been neglecting your hearing […]
Protecting Your Hearing On New Year’s Eve
As we welcome in the New Year, it might be a good time to give some attention to your hearing and steps you can take to protect your hearing on NYE. Like many other events that create loud volume sounds, New Year’s celebrations can get very noisy. Current studies show that more than 1.1 billion […]
Gift Ideas For Friends And Family With Hearing Loss
With the holidays fast approaching, many friends and family begin the last attempt to find unique gifts for their loved ones. For those shopping for loved ones with hearing loss, we have compiled a list of hearing loss holiday gifts to help make your life a little easier and help your loved one better connect […]
Ways to Make Christmas More Enjoyable for the Hearing-Impaired
Christmas time is here again. The traditional time for gift-giving, family gatherings, and all the issues that hearing loss brings to the most festive time of year. For those with hearing loss, the holidays can be a challenge regarding effective communication with friends and family. Follow these Christmas hearing loss tips to help improve the […]
Everything You Need To Know About Cookie Bite Hearing Loss
Human hearing spans a wide range of audio frequencies. When hearing loss develops, it can affect the brain’s ability to hear a particular frequency. Some conditions only affect the extremes, such as age-related hearing loss which usually dulls the highs and lows of sound frequencies. Audiologists use an audiogram device to determine which frequencies present […]