One of the most prevalent conditions in the United States is hearing loss. While it’s not uncommon for people to see a doctor when something is wrong, but when it comes to hearing loss, many people ignore the signs. Even when they are aware that their hearing is deteriorating, they are still reluctant to see […]
Swimmer’s Ear Prevention and Treatment Tips
With summer right around the bend, many of us are looking forward to spending time outdoors. With the rising temperatures, many of us head out of our (hopefully) cool homes to spend the day cooling off. What better way to spend a hot summer day than to spend it at the beach or the pool! […]
Healthy Ears of Summer: Top 5 Summertime Ear Protection Tips
With summer right around the corner and the weather warming up, people are starting to spend more time outdoors. Part of summer fun is being outside, tending to your garden or participating in recreational activities, but being outdoors can be loud. This is unfortunate as continuous, prolonged exposure to noise can eventually lead to noise-induced […]
The Sounds of Life: The Daily Noises that Can Ruin Your Hearing
Do you know about the dangers of sound? It’s true, continuous exposure to loud sounds can damage your ears (especially your fragile cochlea!) and cause noise-induced hearing loss. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, an estimated 16 percent of Americans between the ages of 12 and 19 and 15 percent […]
Have Healthy Ears for Better Hearing and Speech Month
The ability to hear is something that many of us have, yet don’t fully appreciate. Some of us may take it for granted, or some may go about their lives not thinking much about their ability to hear, and how it is such a blessing. For those who have total to partial hearing loss, they […]
Turn Down the Volume: How to Set Volume Restrictions on a Smartphone
Noise-induced hearing loss has become a growing concern, especially with the influx of personal technology. Nowadays it seems like everyone has a smartphone that they can watch movies on, or listen to music or an audiobook on. Wh ile these devices can do a world of good, the negative pitfalls need to be recognized, especially […]
Fight Back Against Airplane Ear with These Helpful Tips
With the weather warming up, many people are taking to the skies. However, no matter your destination, there’s something that many air travelers have in common, and that’s airplane ear. Airplane ear is a form of discomfort that often includes pain, popping, and pressure in the ear. A painful condition that can range from mild […]
Is it Autism or Hearing Loss?
Typically when your child has a hearing impairment, healthcare professionals can guide the parents towards the appropriate resources and assistance. However, what happens when the hearing diagnosis is actually a precursor to another disorder, the autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? It has been estimated that up to 40 percent of children who demonstrate hearing loss also […]
Top Tips for Ear Pain
A large number of us know the agony and inconvenience related to ear pain, and this can happen when there is contamination or swelling in the ear. While ear infections are significantly more common in youngsters, grown-ups can also be negatively affected by this painful condition. The pain and discomfort in the ear can range […]
How to Prolong the Life of Your Hearing Aid Batteries
How to Prolong the Life of Your Hearing Aid Batteries So you took the plunge and invested in a pair of hearing aids, good for you! Hearing aids are a life changing device, as they can help you enjoy and embrace life to the fullest. While this powerful device works wonders, they are not self-powering. […]