Hearing protection plays an essential role in safeguarding your ears against damaging noise levels, whether at work, concerts, or even while doing DIY projects at home. However, a number of factors can hinder the effectiveness of your hearing protection, leaving you exposed to possible risks. In order to understand and effectively maximize the advantages of
The holiday season is filled with sparkling lights, festive decorations, and the comfort of family gatherings. As your grandchildren sing and play, you reunite with brothers and sisters, cousins, and kids, developing precious memories. But it might feel like a real challenge to engage with these moments if you have hearing loss. Are you ready
The cause of tinnitus, a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, has long perplexed scientists. However, there is one thing that all hearing professionals agree on, you are more likely to experience tinnitus if you also cope with hearing loss. As you probably know, your age, genetics, and lifestyle can all play a role
Hearing aids are crucial devices that improve your hearing and enhance your quality of life. However, like any technological investment, they require regular care and cleaning to ensure best possible performance. Routine maintenance can significantly extend their lifespan and ensure you’re hearing clearly. In this guide, we’ll go through the steps to effectively clean and
Thanksgiving is a treasured time for family get-togethers, filled with laughter, stories, and moments of gratitude. It’s also a good opportunity to address essential health concerns, including hearing loss, in a supportive and caring environment. Thanksgiving is a holiday when family gathers together, making it the perfect time to broach the topic of hearing loss
Tiredness can have a wide range of causes, ranging from a simple sleepless night to respiratory conditions like sleep apnea. But many individuals are surprised to find out that chronic fatigue and exhaustion can also be caused by something fairly common: hearing loss. That’s at least partially due to the fact that hearing loss normally
Autumn brings in its own engaging sounds you don’t want to miss, including the crackling of a warm fire, leaves crunching beneath your feet, and children laughing and playing. Now imagine how much less enjoyable your fall experience will be if those sounds start to fade away. Fortunately, your autumn experience doesn’t need to be
For many, the thought of hearing loss brings about worry and fear. It can be an intimidating thought that you might not be capable of hearing your world, and the fear that can result might stop many individuals from finding the help they require. However, anxiety about hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from
Hearing loss usually begins subtly. You may dismiss your need for people to repeat themselves as them mumbling or background noise. But as you reflect on this moment, a question emerges: Am I losing my hearing? It will be easier to recognize whether your own hearing is changing by understanding the sounds that accompany hearing
It might be a surprise to many that roughly 20% of all ear infections happen to adults. The common notion is that ear infections are something that usually impact children. Ear infections are certainly more common in children but adults do get them too. Ear infections can be especially uncomfortable for people who have hearing
In the past, we called them “books-on-tape,” a term that feels almost archaic today. With the advent of CDs and, more recently, digital streaming, the term “audiobook” has become the norm, and rightly so. Audiobooks allow you to enjoy literature while on the go without having to sit down and actually read. Take a modern
Many individuals have powerful recollections of a cherished family pet. Cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and a wide variety of other animals can enrich our lives, and even, in some situations, become close companions. For people with hearing loss, pets can offer added benefits that improve symptom management and quality of life. Sometimes, pets are specifically
