Technology is evolving into stronger, smarter, and smaller devices. Generally speaking, the trend is that devices do more and take up less space. So it’s no surprise that hearing aids are no exception. The world’s population is getting older and hearing problems, though they can have many different causes, are more common among older individuals. […]
The phrase “Music to my ears” could soon have an entirely different meaning for people who have hearing impairment. Exposing children to music can have a worthwhile effect on hearing as is highlighted by a joint study conducted by the University College London and the University of Helsinki. Evaluating Speech-in-Noise Performance Speech-in-noise performance was the […]
Cinnamon and nutmeg wafting in the air. A joyous spirit and red, green, and blue lights fill your home. Grandchildren dancing, singing, and playing as you catch up with your brother, sister, cousins, and children. You don’t want to miss any of this joyous celebration. You’re so thrilled, you can’t wait. Is There Anything You […]
For people who have hearing loss, family dinners and gatherings can be a challenge. Everybody is conversing loudly and at the same time. Combine that with the clanging of dishes, scraping of chairs, and background music, and you have a situation in which it is difficult for people with hearing loss to enjoy themselves. If […]
Susan always knew that after she retired she would be living the active lifestyle. She travels a lot and at 68 she’s been to more than a dozen countries and is planning a lot more trips. On some days she can be found tackling a hiking trail with her grandchildren, on others she will be […]
Most people recognize that living a sedentary lifestyle and smoking is bad for them. But what most people probably don’t realize is that there is some convincing research that demonstrates a connection between premature death and untreated hearing loss. Of course, life expectancy varies widely. This variance can be linked to things like where you […]
Ever ask yourself “what would it actually be like to use hearing aids”? What would your best friend say if you asked honest questions about what it sounds like, what it feels like, and how they actually feel about wearing one? Here’s a description of what hearing aids are like, but if you really want […]
YouTube has some videos you really should check out. After getting fitted with hearing aids, a 7-month-old baby hears his mother’s voice for the first time. You might find yourself crying tears of joy when you see his smile. You can find numerous videos like this online. You feel like you’re part of that special […]
You know it’s time to begin talking over hearing aids when your dad stops using the phone because he has a tough time hearing or your mom always laughs late to the punchline of a joke. Even though hearing loss is detectable in a quarter of individuals from 65 yo74 and 50% of individuals over […]
Your hearing health is linked to numerous other health concerns, from depression to dementia. Here are just a few of the ways your hearing is connected to your health. 1. Diabetes Impacts Your Hearing When tested with low to mid-frequency tones, people with diabetes were two times as likely to have mild to severe hearing […]
