Tips for Attending a Wedding with Hearing Loss
If you experience hearing loss, you’re far from alone. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” It’s the start of wedding season, and for those with hearing loss, it can be an anxiety-inducing time. It’s hard…
How Hearing Loss Can Isolate You
Loneliness and isolation can impact mental well-being. For those living with hearing loss, this impact may be especially profound. The Effects of Loneliness and Social Isolation A recent study from 2021 found that roughly 36% of Americans reported experiencing serious loneliness. Loneliness isn’t just about feeling disconnected, it’s linked to health risks like anxiety, depression…
The Relationship Between Hearing Loss and Mental Fatigue
Most of us have experienced mental fatigue after a long day of listening to presentations or attending Zoom meetings. However, if you have hearing loss you are likely to experience this fatigue sooner and more frequently. Struggling to Hear Wears Out Your Brain Hearing loss often happens because of damage to the hair cells of…
How To Travel for the Holidays with Hearing Aids
With the holidays around the corner, many people are preparing to travel to spend time with family and friends. Hearing loss patients can take the following steps to help ensure that stress over hearing aids doesn’t detract from the festivities. Make Sure Your Hearing Aids Have Enough Power Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit…
How to Make the Most of Your Hearing Aids During Holiday Gatherings
The holiday season is a time for joyful family events and lively holiday gatherings. But for the 28.8 million American adults who could benefit from hearing aids, navigating conversations in noisy environments can be challenging. With a few strategies, you can enjoy holiday parties with ease and get the best benefits out of your hearing…
Celebrate Audiology Awareness Month: Protect Your Hearing
Approximately 20% of the global population lives with hearing loss. With Audiology Awareness Month here, there’s no better time to learn how to protect your ears from the everyday factors that could damage your hearing. Let’s dive into three common factors affecting your hearing and a few practical steps to safeguard it for the future….
What To Know About the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Anxiety
Discovering you have hearing loss can feel overwhelming. Suddenly, you’re faced with thoughts about how it might impact your daily life, which treatment options to explore and how to navigate this new reality. It’s natural for these uncertainties to trigger anxiety, a common response that can manifest as restlessness, tension and a racing heart. Anxiety,…
How Can I Enjoy Football Season With Hearing Loss?
Football season brings excitement for fans, whether they’re watching from the comfort of their couch or cheering live from a stadium. If you wear hearing aids or are one of the 28.8 million Americans who could benefit from them, you may wonder how to make the most of game day without compromising your hearing. Watching…
Understanding Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and the Benefits of Custom Earplugs
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a widespread issue, affecting approximately 26 million U.S. adults between the ages of 20 and 69. As the second leading cause of inner ear hearing loss, it’s crucial to understand how loud noise impacts your hearing and explore ways to safeguard it, such as using custom earplugs. The Impact of…
What to Know About Hearing Aids and Seasonal Changes
With summer whizzing by at seemingly lightning speed, it feels like fall will be upon us in no time. As the seasons change, so should your hearing aid care. With approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults standing to benefit from hearing aids, knowing how to care for these helpful devices is essential. While you’re cramming in…