Myth vs. Fact: Hearing Loss and Hearing Health

People are increasingly getting their news and information from public sources such as social media. It is essential to ensure that the truth about hearing health and hearing loss is widely available to consumers and that audiologists are recognized as the experts in hearing and balance care. May is Better Hearing Month; in observation, we are correcting common misconceptions about hearing loss on our blog.

MYTH: Everyday loud activities do not affect your hearing

FACT: Many sounds can cause noise-induced hearing loss, including concerts, hairdryers, fireworks, alarm clocks, etc. 

MYTH: Dizziness and balance disorders are simply inconvenient and not that harmful.

FACT: Untreated dizziness and balance disorders can increase fall risks and result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head trauma.

MYTH: Hearing loss does not affect newborn babies. 

FACT: Approximately 6 out of 1,000 babies have significant hearing problems at birth. And more than 4,000 babies are born with hearing loss each year.

MYTH: Listening to music and videos through headphones does not affect your hearing.

FACT: Over 1 billion people are at risk for hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices through personal devices. 

FACT: Audiologists are the primary healthcare professionals who evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage hearing loss and balance disorders in adults and children. 

Our audiologists at Hearing Health Associates, located in Roanoke, VA, and Charlottesville, VA, will work with you to listen to your story, test your hearing loss, and choose the solution that's best for you and your lifestyle. Contact us today for a hearing exam.