With 48 million people affected by hearing loss, it’s a big deal in the US. One in eight people in the United States (13 percent,) 12 years or older have hearing loss in both ears and that number is projected to rise in the next thirty years. It’s important to …
When you think of the places where hearing protection is necessary, what comes to mind? You might think immediately of a noisy factory or an airport tarmac where employees are exposed to loud sounds for the duration of their shifts. Indeed, these places are dangerous for hearing, and advanced hearing …
If you or someone you know has sustained a head injury it may be more serious than first suspected. Impact to the head can cause traumatic brain injury (TBI). The severity of TBI can range from a concussion to a comma but has many other unrealized side effects. For instance, …
It’s normal to forget things every now and then. However, if you are reaching the age of 65 and feel like you are forgetting things more often, it could signify the onset of dementia. September is recognized internationally as World Alzheimer’s month, to raise awareness for this devastating neurodegenerative disease. …
Recent reports have shown a surprising uptick in hearing loss among young people. Although older people have always been likely to develop hearing loss as the years go by, young people have not had such high rates of loss and tinnitus in prior generations. Why has there been such an …
Smoking and drinking can impact health in a variety of ways. Common risks associated with both activities are widely known. But one risk that is not as recognized is the relationship between smoking, drinking, and the development of hearing loss. Increasing research highlights that smoking and drinking can affect hearing …
People with diabetes are more likely to experience hearing loss compared to people without diabetes. Numerous studies have shown a significant correlation between both conditions which impact older adults disproportionately. According to the American Diabetes Association, over 30 million people have diabetes in the U.S., which is nearly 11% of …
Do you ever find yourself looking for a reason to celebrate? Maybe your celebration comes in the form of ordering a special delivery meal on a Friday evening after a long week of work. Perhaps you are the type to indulge in shopping for a luxury item after you get …
Hearing aids are a serious investment, not only in terms of cost but also in terms of the necessary time to acclimate to them and incorporate them into your daily life. Once you have a set of aids that you are accustomed to using, you might feel resistant to change. …
Today’s modern technology makes it easy to treat hearing loss. Tiny hearing aids sit behind the ear, or even rest inside the ear or ear canal. But because of all this technology we sometimes forget that hearing loss has been around as long as people have. Here are some of …