Most permanent hearing loss happens slowly over time. It can be caused by getting older, exposure to loud noise for a long time, or a combination of both. Explosively loud sounds can also damage your …
Safety Tips for People with Hearing Loss
As we age, we worry most about staying safe at home. Even though most of our worries are unfounded, taking a few simple precautions is a smart way to prepare for a potentially dangerous situation. …
Avoiding Sounds Harmful to Your Hearing
When you think of people who have trouble hearing, you might think of older adults. Most people who live long enough to be seniors will have hearing loss. There are a lot of people in …
Monitoring Your Daily Exposure to Noise
It’s no surprise that noise can damage your hearing. The louder the noise, the shorter the time you can safely listen to it. Even at low levels over a long period, noise can cause permanent …
All About Hearing Aid Compatible Assistive Listening Devices
Hearing aids can help improve speech comprehension in noisy environments, but there are some situations where an assistive listening device will help. An assistive listening device (ALD) is any device that’s designed to improve your …
Connecting People | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
May is one of our favorite months – it is officially Better Hearing and Speech Month! Established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), this awareness month helps promote public health education and access. This year’s …
In the Loop: Get the Most out of Your Hearing with Hearing Loop Technology
Hearing technology may have come in leaps and bounds over the past decade, but even the best hearing aid models require some assistance in certain situations. Sound is absorbed and distorted in areas with a …
How Music Can Help Shape the Future of Hearing Health
Do you listen to music every day? Maybe you tune into the radio over breakfast or put on your favorite playlist at work. Music can give you extra energy during a workout or bring you …
New Studies on Hearing Loss and Dementia
Hearing loss and dementia are linked. Numerous studies show that hearing loss is a risk factor for dementia. This means that living with untreated hearing loss can increase your risk of developing dementia. Let’s look …
Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss & Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Are you worried about your hearing health? Maybe you’ve noticed some recent changes in your hearing abilities. You ask people to repeat themselves, but still can’t always understand the conversation. Along with looking after your …