What to Expect During a Hearing Evaluation: Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re scheduling your first hearing evaluation, it’s normal to feel a little unsure about what will happen. The good news? A hearing evaluation is comfortable, noninvasive and designed to give you clear answers about your hearing health. At , we believe that informed patients feel more confident and empowered. This step-by-step guide walks you…
Auracast™ Broadcast Audio and Community Accessibility
Auracast™ is a new Bluetooth® broadcast audio technology designed to make listening easier in public spaces. Instead of relying solely on speakers, Auracast allows a venue to send audio directly to compatible hearing aids, earbuds, headphones or smartphone. The result is clearer sound, reduced background noise and a more enjoyable experience at places like theatres,…
How to Recognize Early Signs of Hearing Loss as You Head into Spring
After a long, quiet Maine winter, spring is a welcome and vibrant change. For many, this season change signals the blossoming of nature, the opportunity to make plans with friends and loved ones and the renewed energy to get outside to play sports or pursue an outdoor hobby. That said, those in the early stages…
Understanding the Role of Annual Hearing Checkups
Whether you’ve already begun a hearing loss treatment program or you don’t have any symptoms of hearing loss, regular hearing tests become more and more important as we age. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends getting your hearing tested every year after you turn 65. At first, you might find this excessive, but…
Daily Habits That Help Maintain Long-Term Hearing Health
Over 37 million American adults, or approximately 15%, report that they have some trouble hearing. While hearing loss is sometimes inevitable, you can adopt small habits to slow or delay its progression and keep your ears in healthy shape for as long as possible. Wear Hearing Protection Noise-induced hearing loss is the second-most common cause…
Hidden Hearing Loss: When Hearing Test Results Come Back Normal
Hearing tests are designed to reveal hearing loss and its progression: what you can hear and what you can’t. However, it’s becoming increasingly common that people get their hearing tested and have the results come back in normal hearing range, despite knowing that they have some difficulty hearing. What does this mean? The Blind Spot…
Motorcycles and Hearing Loss
You love the loud roar of your motorcycle engine and the thrill of riding down the highway, but have you ever considered the impact riding your motorcycle might have on your hearing health? Let’s discuss why motorcyclists are at an increased risk for hearing loss—not because we want you to stop riding your motorcycle, but…
Hearing Protection During Hunting Season
Prolonged exposure to loud noises can result in permanent damage to our sense of hearing, and the crack of a gunshot is no exception. Unfortunately, many hunters overlook the importance of ear protection while out in the field, which can lead to significant damage to their ears as a result. How Does Loud Noise Damage…
Can I Improve My Hearing Health by Working Out?
Regular exercise is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, and it has significant benefits for physical and mental wellness. You may not realize it, but exercise can also reduce the risk of chronic diseases and various health conditions, including hearing loss. How Does Exercise Improve Hearing Health? The auditory system is intimately tied to…
Exploring the Connection Between Viral Infections and Hearing Loss
Our bodies are complex networks, and certain aspects of our health can connect to each other in surprising ways. One connection you may not be aware of exists between viral infections and hearing health. If you’ve been sick with a virus lately—such as the common cold, the flu or COVID—you might want to know how…