With 1 in 5 people having some degree of hearing loss, you or someone you know may be experiencing impaired hearing. Over 48 million people have hearing loss which is the third most common health condition people live with today. Though it is common, hearing loss is still widely undertreated. …
Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test
Hearing is one of the essential senses we use every day to communicate with those around us. It connects us to the world, allowing us to enjoy the sound of music, the laughter of loved ones, and the simple pleasures of everyday life. However, as we age, our hearing abilities …
Dispelling Myths About Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a common condition, but it is often misunderstood. Many myths and misconceptions surround hearing loss, making it difficult for people to understand the condition and seek the treatment they need. In this blog post, we will dispel some of the most common myths about hearing loss and …
Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!
Every year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions, hoping to positively change their lives. Some common resolutions include losing weight, quitting smoking, and improving relationships. However, one resolution often overlooked is taking care of your hearing health. Hearing loss is a common problem in the United States, with about …
Age-Related Hearing Loss is Often Untreated
Age-related hearing loss is common, but it is often untreated and ignored. It’s a bigger problem than you think – The NIDCH says that about 2% of adults aged 45 to 54 have hearing loss, which makes it hard for them to do their jobs. For adults ages 55 to …
Prevent Falls & Accidents with Hearing Loss Treatment
Falls are the leading cause of death among elderly people in the United States. What’s more, even if a fall is less severe, falling even once almost doubles your risk of falling again. Recently, more fall prevention classes are being recommended to older folks, and yet, something as simple as …
Tips for College Students with Hearing Loss
Heading off to college is a big change for most of us! Living away from family for the first time, navigating new relationships with people from far-flung places, and exploring new academic ideas are all definitely exciting things, though it’s also common to be somewhat nervous. It’s a bit like …
Common Hearing Aid Problems & How to Fix Them
How Common are Hearing Aids Studies estimate that over 13% of adults in the United States suffer from hearing loss. It is tricky to get an exact number for a number of reasons, but it is safe to say that no less than 38 million and as many as 48 …
ASHA & Its Goals
This May The American Speech and Hearing Association is celebrating it’s fiftieth annual Better Hearing and Speech Month. The American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) is dedicated to raising awareness of how many Americans live with disabling hearing loss, the potential consequences of doing so, and the many preventions and …
Why People Avoid Treating Hearing Loss — and Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test!
Do you suffer from hearing loss? You may and not even know it. Hearing loss commonly begins so slowly that it’s barely noticeable. Over time it can progress with little warning until people struggle to hear even in the most ideal of listening situations. Commonly thought of as a condition …