Start Off Your New Year by Managing Your TinnitusÂ
Tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing, buzzing or other noise in one or both ears when no external sound is present, can range from an occasional annoyance to a chronic condition that significantly disrupts daily life. Approximately 10% of Americans, roughly 25 million people, have experienced tinnitus episodes lasting for at least five minutes within…
How To Identify Hearing-Safe Household Cleaners
According to the CDC, exposure to certain chemicals can lead to damage in various parts of the ear, resulting in hearing loss. These chemicals are called ototoxic chemicals. Approximately 15% of adults aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing. The more you are aware of these toxic chemicals the more you can make informed…
Tips for Managing Hearing Loss During the Holidays
Approximately 15% of U.S. adults report some level of hearing loss. For those with hearing loss, the holidays can feel overwhelming at times. From hectic family dinners to busy grocery stores and shopping centers, the holidays carry a fair amount of stress with their fun. Take a look at a couple of our tips to…
Tips for Keeping Track of Your Hearing Aids
Spending your mornings searching for your keys only to find them in the fridge, under the couch or in any other strange place they may wind up is a commonly experienced phenomenon for many people. The almost supernatural ability of small items to be lost is a characteristic unfortunately shared by hearing aids. Hearing aids…
With Fall Around the Corner, Enjoy the Sounds of Autumn with Hearing Aids
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Among adults aged 70 and older with hearing loss who could benefit from hearing aids, fewer than one in three (30 percent) has ever used them. Even fewer adults aged 20 to 69 (approximately 16 percent) who could benefit from wearing hearing aids have…
How Does a Hearing Aid Work?
Hearing aids are small and complex electronic devices that help those with hearing loss communicate better. These devices aid in speech understanding, hearing and have even been shown to improve quality of life. Hearing devices come in a wide range of types and styles, but they all have the same basic components. Four Key Components…