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6 Tips for Hearing Aid Care
One of the best ways to preserve your hearing aids' longevity is through proper care and maintenance. Here are a few best practices!
It’s Audiology Awareness Month
October is Audiology Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to spreading awareness about the services audiologists provide as well as why you might consider hearing protection or treatment.
Hearing Health and Healthy Aging
Happy Healthy Aging Month! Every year, September is a welcome reminder that we should continue to think about ways to prioritize and safeguard our health as we age. We will break down how hearing relates to our overall health as we age and how taking care of your hearing can prevent and diagnose other aging conditions.
Debunking Common Concerns About Hearing Aids
While it is well known that hearing aids are an effective treatment for hearing loss, “Only one in five people who would benefit from a hearing aid actually uses one,” according to the Hearing Loss Association of America. There are a few common concerns that keep people from seeking help for their hearing loss.
5 Diseases That May Cause Hearing Loss
Although hearing loss is typically associated with aging, environmental or hereditary causes, there are several diseases that contribute to the risk of hearing loss.
Tinnitus or “Ringing in the Ears”
Tinnitus (ti-NIGHT-us or TINN-a-tus) is also known as "ringing in the ears;" however, it can manifest as whistling, buzzing, hissing, roaring, swooshing, clicking, and many other sounds. Regardless of the sound, it can be extremely bothersome. It's also common. According to the Mayo Clinic, approximately one in five people experience Tinnitus at some point in their lives. More than 90% of those experiencing Tinnitus also have hearing loss.
How To Start A Conversation About Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is frustrating on all accounts. It can be annoying to have to consistently repeat yourself; and, it’s also frustrating to be the one asking for the repeat. As a friend or family member of someone suffering from hearing loss, you probably find yourself wanting to blurt out, “you need hearing aids!” But, because this is such a sensitive topic, it’s better to take the sensitive approach. Here are a few ways to start that conversation.
Swimming Season is Here: How to Avoid Swimmer’s Ear
If you have a child who spends most Summer days in the water, you've most likely witnessed how painful swimmer's ear can be. Swimmer's ear, also known as acute external otitis or otitis externa, is an infection in the outer ear canal (running from your eardrum to the outside of your head).
