Do you find yourself having to ask people to repeat themselves more often than not these days, especially in crowded or noisy environments? There is a good chance that you are dealing with the onset of hearing loss. Perhaps you’ve even gone as far to have a hearing test and …
New Year’s Resolution: Get Your Hearing Tested
Hearing loss is more common than you may think, and approximately 40 million Americans of all ages struggle to hear clearly. You may have hearing loss from exposure to dangerously loud sounds on the job, or from noisy leisure activities such as attending rock concerts or sports events. Hearing loss …
Q&A About Hearing Loss
Asking questions about hearing loss can be hard, and there are a few questions you’re afraid to ask. We believe there are no dumb questions when it comes to your hearing health, and you should ask as many questions as you need to have a clear picture of your health. …
Brain Exercises Could Help You Hear in Noise
Once of the most common symptoms of hearing loss is difficulty understanding speech in noisy places. Even with hearing aids, some situations can particularly challenging, and leave you exhausted by the end of the night. For those who experience this regularly, there is help at hand: You can now use …
Protect Your Ears at Your Favorite Sporting Events
It’s summer sports season, and you’re excited to attend all the big games. The energy of the crowd is infectious, and you love cheering on your favorite teams from the stands. For all the sports fans out there, protecting your ears should be a top priority during your favorite sporting …
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
Do you recognize the signs of hearing loss? Nearly 40 million Americans struggle to hear, so there’s at least one person in your family who can’t hear clearly and is struggling to communicate. Maybe it’s you. Noticing the signs that your hearing isn’t as sharp as it once was is …
Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test
If someone close to you has untreated hearing loss, it’s natural to want to help them. Whether it’s your spouse, parent, friend, or other family member, the best way to help is to urge them to have their hearing checked by a hearing health professional, and encourage them to treat …
Recognizing the Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is the third most common physical condition in the United States, after heart disease and arthritis. For some 48 million Americans, including one in three adults over the age of 60, hearing loss occurs in varying degrees and has the potential to affect many different areas of your …
November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
For the last 35 years, November has been celebrated as National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Organizations and institutions across the country come together this month to talk about Alzheimer’s and other dementias. They work to educate people about the disease, raise awareness, provide resources and support, and discuss ways of preventing …