5 Facts About Your Ears and Hearing
Preserving auditory health as we get older can be facilitated by understanding the mechanics of our ears and hearing. This knowledge helps us take preventive measures like wearing ear protection and maintaining proper ear hygiene. Here are five intriguing facts about the auditory system that can help guide your hearing care. Your Ears Are Always…
Tips For Hiking With Hearing Aids
For the 28.8 million in the U.S. who could benefit from hearing aids, questions often arise about the types of activities compatible with these devices. If you’re considering a hike, rest assured that not only is it possible to enjoy this activity with hearing aids, but it could also enhance and secure your outdoor experience….
Are There Apps for Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus, characterized by hearing noises like ringing or buzzing without an external source, affects approximately 10% of Americans for at least five minutes annually. Despite the absence of a cure, various strategies, including smartphone apps, have been developed to mitigate its symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), particularly through chatbot apps, has shown efficacy in symptom…
Understanding the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Meningitis
Hearing loss is a common side effect of a condition called bacterial meningitis. This condition is characterized by inflammation of the meninges, which are protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis manifests through symptoms such as neck stiffness, sensitivity to light, confusion, fatigue, difficulty awakening, poor appetite, nausea, vomiting and a distinctive rash….
How Can Video Games Impact Hearing Health?
When you think of hearing loss, the causes that most likely come to mind are aging, genetics and damage from screaming loud concerts at the Easy Street Lounge. While protecting your hearing during concerts is crucial, loud music isn’t the only source of noise-induced hearing loss. Video games are another source of noise-induced hearing loss…
Tips For Grocery Shopping With Hearing Loss
Navigating the grocery store is a different experience for the nearly 30 million people with hearing loss in the United States. Those with hearing loss can find such routine tasks as grocery shopping to be unexpectedly challenging and stressful due to the constant noise and need for communication. Encountering Noise and Communication Barriers Loud music…
How To Manage Your Hearing Loss During Work Events
As the new year unfolds and you continue to focus on your professional growth, attending work-related events is likely on your agenda. However, if you’re dealing with hearing loss, it can sometimes be challenging to fully engage in these settings. Remember, you are not alone; around 15% of American adults report some degree of hearing…
3 Ways Hearing Loss Can Affect Your Mental Health
Untreated hearing loss can lead to a variety of different health problems that you might not realize. One way it can take a toll is by worsening your mental health. Hearing Loss Can Increase Anxiety Symptoms A 2018 study looked at data from 3,928 adults aged 65 and older over a 12-year period. Researchers were…
Why Hearing Aids Are A Great Holiday Gift
As you round out the holiday season, you likely spent a significant amount of time thinking about the perfect gift for your loved ones. While a hearing aid may not have initially crossed your mind, reconsidering this option for the future can be meaningful for several reasons. In the United States, approximately 28.8 million adults…
How Can You Manage Your Tinnitus at Work?
Tinnitus is a condition characterized by a ringing or buzzing sensation in one or both ears when no actual sound is present. It affects approximately 10% of the U.S. population, according to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). If you experience tinnitus, you may have found it impacts your ability to…