As our loved ones age, specific changes in their health can be expected. Hearing loss is one of the most predominant of these health concerns. About one out of three people aged 65 to 74 copes with some level of hearing loss as reported by the National Institute of Health. This number increases considerably for […]
Most people think that as they get older hearing loss will be unavoidable. In reality, damage from repeated exposure to loud noise is also a major factor. Each exposure to loud noise, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through loud earbuds, accumulates over time, resulting in permanent hearing loss. Preventable hearing loss is […]
It’s really common for individuals to experience tinnitus. Something like 20 million people routinely cope with chronic tinnitus so intense that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more prevalent presentations of tinnitus which are much more mild and sporadic and are also easier to deal with. Tinnitus occurs when you hear a phantom noise, […]
Socializing with friends and family and interacting with co-workers can be negatively impacted by even mild hearing loss, and this also includes day-to-day tasks like shopping. However, the benefits of well-calibrated hearing aids can result in transformative changes. Ten reasons why you should consider hearing aids Although improving hearing is the evident and primary benefit […]
The underlying foundation of noise-related hearing loss might seem well-understood. A fairly obvious cause-and-effect connection is indicated by the name, after all. The common understanding is simply that loud sounds damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, resulting in long-term and permanent hearing loss. Though we’ve recognized this for some time now, we haven’t perfectly […]
Coping with an itch in your inner ear can be highly uncomfortable and disruptive. While your instinct might lead you to use your finger or a small object to scratch the itch, it is essential to know the root cause first. Identifying the safest and most effective way to handle the itch depends on determining […]
A miracle cure that can help lengthen your lifespan is something pretty much everyone would want. That’s why you can find a great number of these miracle cures all over the internet ensuring longevity if you carry out this one trick. The vast majority of these so-called cures have no medical foundation and are not […]
The majority of people aren’t proactive about the health of their hearing and probably haven’t had a hearing screening since grade school because it’s usually not part of a routine adult physical. Fortunately, a professional hearing specialist can uncover a wealth of information from a hearing examination which can be used to both identify any […]
In our youth, food choices often revolved around taste and instant gratification, with very little consideration for long-term health consequences. However, as adults, we’ve come to realize that what we eat significantly affects our well-being in unexpected ways. Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between poor nutrition and hearing loss, highlighting the profound influence […]
The average summer day is likely filled with fun activities and happenings, from motorcycle rides to family reunions to fireworks to sporting events. And while the majority of these activities are healthy, many can present invisible risks to your hearing health. That’s because loud noises, over time, can harm your ability to hear. A loud […]