Do you suffer from hearing loss? You may be and not even know it! Hearing loss often develops slowly and becomes more of an issue over time. However, because of the gradual manner, many are left unaware. May is here and with it comes Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM), a national campaign led by ASHA (American Speech-language-Hearing Association) to … Read More
New Study on Hearing Aids Reducing the Risk for Dementia
Do you suspect you have a hearing loss? Are you finding yourself struggling to hear on over the phone and asking people to repeat themselves more often than not? Hearing loss is more serious than most people first suspect. More than a hearing issue, it’s a communication barrier which has far reaching negative effects. What starts as simple misunderstandings quickly … Read More
Hearing Aids were a Pioneer in Electronics Miniaturization
Today electronics are becoming smaller and smaller. While tiny computers in our phones and watches are commonplace, this is a relatively new development in technology. Even thirty years ago, it would have been unheard of to consider palm-held computers as being nearly everywhere! Not only are computers smaller than ever, but more precise and faster. How did electronics designers and … Read More
Can You Hear While Sleeping?
Sometimes sleep seems like the sweetest relief at the end of a busy day. Aside from a well-needed rest, regular, healthy sleep hygiene helps boost your immune system, improve heart health, improve focus, and reduce stress. Despite the well-needed break, it provides your body, it also gives your mind a rest. Many people make the mistake that we are our … Read More
What Does It Mean to Have “Normal” Hearing?
We talk about healthy hearing sometimes without really understanding what that means. Is it the ability to hear someone or is it protecting your hearing from loud sounds, infections, and head impact? Well, the answer lies amid these and many other factors. Many times, instead of healthy hearing what we mean is normal hearing – or the baseline we are … Read More
Can Hearing Loss Affect Your Personality?
Do you or someone you care for have hearing loss? You may and not even know it. This is because hearing loss often develops gradually – so subtly that you don’t notice as the subtle sounds of birds chirping or wind in the trees are undetectable. Overtime this can develop into issues with communication and likeliness to try new things. … Read More
Tips to Ease Communication with Face Masks and Hearing Loss
Its been nearly two years since the arrival of COVID -19 and all of its variants. It has changed so many aspects of our lives for so many people, including how we socialize, and when and where we wear masks. With the high spike in cases with the arrival of the omicron variant, public health officials are again insisting on … Read More
Supporting A Loved One with Hearing Loss in a Nursing Home
If someone you care for has reached a point where they can be best supported in an assistive living facility, it can be confusing to figure out the best way to support them in this stage of their life. The best thing you can do for them is to ensure that they have all the support they need. Age related … Read More
Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!
It’s that time of year to reflect on what we accomplished this year and plan what we want to do this year. For many people, this means getting in shape and eating correctly. As we work to reclaim our health after the holiday binge, it’s understandable that health is a primary focus. But, when it comes to our health, how … Read More
Hearing Aids Are Found to Improve Depressive Symptoms
Hearing loss has been studied from a variety of perspectives in recent years. Hearing loss has been linked to overall health, diet, and activity levels. It’s also been proven that hearing well keeps you safer at home and on the streets. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to a faster cognitive decline and dementia onset. Did you know that hearing … Read More