Hearing is an integral part of our existence, connecting us to the world around us. Yet, the significance of hearing health often goes unnoticed until it begins to deteriorate. As an audiologist, I am acutely aware of the profound impact that hearing health has on one’s quality of life. In …
Improving Communication at Restaurants
If you have hearing loss, think back to one of the most challenging communication environments you have faced in the recent past. What made that setting difficult? Many people with hearing loss point to a din of many voices in the room at the same time, making it difficult to …
Communicating with Your Loved Ones Who Have Hearing Loss
With nearly 1 in 5 people having some degree of hearing loss, you may have a loved one with impaired hearing. Hearing loss can make it tough to engage in conversations. It is a medical condition that reduces one’s ability to hear and process speech as well as sound. Hearing …
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 …
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 …
Tips for a Successful Virtual Family Reunions
Are you looking for a way to connect with your family this holiday season? You can have a successful virtual family reunion, and see all your family online! While this might be a different way to celebrate than you’re used to, it’s still a great way to connect with loved …
Communication At Work | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
Our ability to hear the world around us is one of the clearest ways we can receive information and respond to others. Our hearing keeps us connected and engaged. When our hearing starts to fail we face many challenges to the quality of our relationships, our work and general quality …