How Hearing Aids Help with Tinnitus Management
Living with tinnitus can be frustrating and overwhelming, and unfortunately, there is no cure for it. However, there are many management strategies that have proven to be effective. One such strategy is wearing hearing aids. These powerful devices aren’t just for hearing loss; they can also prove beneficial for the 25 million Americans who suffer…
How Hearing Aids Will Enhance Your Valentine’s Day
There are numerous personal benefits to hearing aids: improved mental, physical, emotional and cognitive health, increased independence and increased confidence come to mind. Another major benefit of hearing aids is the positive impact they will have on your relationships. Have the best Valentine’s Day ever with your Valentine with hearing aids. Here’s how. Your Dinner…
How To Talk to the Teacher About Your Child’s Hearing Loss
Approximately 34 million children experience hearing loss; if your child is one of them, you know the back-to-school season has extra complications. One thing you should do before the start of this school year is have a discussion or write a letter to your student’s teachers, nurses, coaches and other school faculty members to educate…
How Grime and Wear Impact Your Hearing Aids
Keeping your hearing aids clean isn’t optional if you want the best performance. If you’re a new hearing aid user, you might not realize how much the environment can impact your new hearing device. First, let’s explore some of the impacts of wear and tear on performance. How Does Wear Impact Your Hearing Aid? The…
Tips for Navigating Airport Security With Hearing Aids
Nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from using hearing aids. New hearing aid users may have several questions about daily activities with hearing aids. When traveling, they may be curious about how to navigate security with them. The good news is that hearing aids are rarely a cause for concern at airport security, and with…
Are My Sunglasses Interfering with My Hearing Aids?
If you wear both hearing aids and sunglasses, you may wonder if your sunglasses will interfere with your hearing aids. Nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from wearing hearing aids, but many people don’t take advantage of their benefits for various reasons. Hearing aids and sunglasses occupy similar real estate around your ears and can…
How Does Loud Noise Damage Hearing?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels (dB) can lead to permanent damage. Everyday workplace noises, like those from heavy machinery, power tools, production lines and loud music in entertainment venues, put many workers at risk. Without proper precautions, workers may develop hearing loss or tinnitus….
How to Protect Your Hearing During a Concert
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Over 1 billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.” This includes going to concerts without being adequately prepared. Below we review how to protect your hearing during a concert. Wear Hearing Protection Perhaps the number one thing you can…
Habits to Prevent Hearing Loss
Hearing loss often progresses slowly, making it difficult for many people to detect early on. In the United States, about one in eight individuals aged 12 and older experiences hearing loss in one or both ears. The most common type of hearing loss is noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), which results from prolonged exposure to loud…
I’m Tired All the Time, Do I Need a Hearing Test?
Constant fatigue can be incredibly frustrating, and it’s easy to assume that stress, lack of sleep or a hectic schedule are to blame. However, hearing loss might be the surprising reason behind your persistent tiredness. How Can Hearing Loss Cause Tiredness? Hearing loss leads to a number of communication difficulties, from trouble understanding speech sounds…