Is a Rechargeable Hearing Aid Right for Me?
Today’s hearing aids are nothing like the ones of the past. Instead of having to replace batteries every few days or weeks, many modern hearing aids have built-in rechargeable batteries. In fact, according to one source, “52% of people surveyed in 2022 had a rechargeable hearing aid.” In order to decide if a hearing aid…
Here’s How Often You Should Perform These Maintenance Tasks On Your Hearing Aids
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids. If you’ve recently decided to take the step to treat your hearing loss with hearing aids, it’s important to know how to care for your device to make sure it gives you the…
If Your Hearing Aid Is Giving You a Headache, It May Need To Be Adjusted
Hearing aids can be a life-changing tool if you have hearing loss. If you are one of the millions of adults aged 45 and older who wear hearing aids, you know how they make it easier to stay engaged and connected in your daily life. However, just like with any technology, they sometimes encounter problems….
What Is a Hearing Aid Dry-Box?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that “In 2019, 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid.” If you’re among this number, you may be curious about how you can keep your hearing aids in good shape for years to come. One good way to do this is to…
How To Have The Best Experience Watching TV With Hearing Aids
San Diego offers an array of wonderful activities to do when out and about in the city, such as a nice dinner at Dobson’s Bar & Restaurant. However, sometimes you just want to stay in for the night and watch a few episodes of your favorite new TV show! Hearing loss can make watching TV…
Three Ways You Could Be Damaging Your Hearing at Home
It’s important to take steps to protect your hearing in any environment, including your own home. Let’s take a look at three common risks to your hearing at home as well as what you can do about it. Exposure To Loud Noises Noise exposure is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. Any…
Tips for Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids
If you have hearing loss, you’re not alone this holiday season. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” Traveling with hearing loss can be stressful, even if you wear hearing aids. Below we review tips to…
A Guide To Hearing Aid Controls
Hearing aids do so much more than amplify sounds. They are sophisticated, technologically advanced devices that can make listening easier in any environment and improve your overall quality of life. Let’s look at the range of controls hearing aids come with, as well as how to decide what technology is right for you. Common Hearing…
How Does Noise Pollution Impact Your Health?
When you think of pollution, you probably think of contaminants like smoke in the air or garbage in the ocean. However, there are other types of pollution, including noise pollution, which is the spread of unwanted sounds in the environment. Not only can noise pollution be annoying, it can also impact your health. We review…
How to Enjoy a Day on the Beach with Hearing Aids
What’s more relaxing on a hot summer day than making the trek to South Mission Beach? While you’re packing for your trip, if you’re one of the 16% of adults ages 20 to 69 who wears hearing aids, be sure to keep the following tips in mind to keep your devices safe. Keep Your Devices…