A highly misunderstood topic, there are a lot of misconceptions about hearing loss, which is a shame, because having a hearing impairment is a widespread condition. Hearing loss isn’t just a disorder you are born with, it can happen gradually over time, or hearing loss can occur suddenly due to trauma. Since this is not […]
National Hearing Protection Month: Hearing Loss Prevention Tips
Having the ability to hear is a gift that many do not fully appreciate until it is gone or diminished. Unfortunately, one of the most common causes of hearing loss in the United States is noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Even though noise-induced hearing loss is preventable in most cases, NIHL is a widespread problem. According […]
October is National Audiology Awareness Month
Your ability to hear is an essential part of your life, so it makes sense to appreciate and take care of what you have. Unfortunately, hearing loss is the third most common health condition faced by older adults, and it is estimated that 37.5 Americans, both young and old, have some degree of hearing loss. […]