From sporting events to family gatherings to fireworks shows to motorcycle rides, summer is filled with enjoyable experiences. The majority of these activities are completely safe and healthy, but there are some that do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. That’s because loud noises, over time, can harm your ability to hear. A […]
Summer is synonymous with sunshine, relaxation, and an abundance of social activities. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for people who have hearing loss. Fear not, as with a bit of preparation and thought, you can ensure that your summer experiences are still fun. Get the most out of summer with […]
Were you aware that your risk of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? Age-related hearing loss usually starts to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. You probably won’t even detect your developing hearing loss even though it’s an irreversible condition. Usually, it’s the consequence of many years […]
Age-associated hearing loss can have broad impacts across your whole life. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your mental clarity can also be impacted. The way your brain works, including your memory and mood, can be substantially affected by hearing loss. The connection between cognition and hearing loss […]
Putting off on important appointments, like your hearing aid fitting, is all too easy amongst the hustle and bustle of day-to-day events. You might even find yourself hesitating to order hearing aids altogether. However, putting off on treatment for hearing loss is a lot more than just a mistake concerning your ears alone. The connection […]
In the hectic frenzy of everyday life, our ears frequently shoulder the burden of neglect and inadvertent harm. From the allure of ear candling to the seemingly harmless act of utilizing cotton swabs, our hearing health can suffer from these prevalent yet perilous practices. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help […]
You most likely don’t give much thought to earwax buildup unless you’re in the process of clearing it out. However, comprehending what causes earwax, how it forms, and its purpose is essential. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, technically identified as cerumen, is a dense combination of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and ceruminous gland […]
Hearing loss can impact many aspects of your daily life. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can affect your professional life, your favorite hobbies, and even your relationships. For couples who are struggling with hearing loss, communication can become tense. This can cause increased tension, more quarrels, and even the development of animosity. If neglected, in […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting collaboration and teamwork. However, you find yourself struggling in this new configuration. It’s because the elevated noise is making it challenging to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. Even if conventional hearing tests indicate perfectly fine […]
It’s natural to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you begin taking it. Can it cause digestive issues? Will it cause your mouth to dry out? Make you sleepy? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical […]
