March 3rd is World Hearing Day! Organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), this global campaign advocates for hearing healthcare. Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions that people experience today. Impacting over 48 million people in the United States alone, hearing loss is …
Understanding Hearing Tests
Who Should Get a Hearing Test More often than not, hearing loss comes on so incredibly subtly and gradually, it is impossible for someone to realize that it is even happening. It is impossible to know an exact number, but it is commonly agreed that …
Acknowledging the Reality of Hearing Loss
With nearly 1 in 5 people having some degree of hearing loss, you or someone you know may be navigating symptoms of impaired hearing. Over 48 million people have hearing loss, making it the third most common medical condition people live with today. Though it …
Dispelling Myths About Hearing Loss
Though hearing loss is one of the most common health issues people live with today, there are numerous misconceptions about it. These myths often contribute to delayed treatment and total inaction when it comes to hearing loss. In fact, only a third of people who …
Tips for Managing Tinnitus
Have you ever heard a ringing or buzzing noise in your ears? You may have experienced this after attending a concert or leaving a noisy restaurant. This describes tinnitus, a phantom-like sound that is heard in one or both ears when no external sound is …
Communicating with Your Loved Ones who Have Hearing Loss
Having conversations when you have hearing loss can be challenging. Impaired hearing reduces capacity to hear and process sound so navigating communication can require extra work for people with hearing loss. If you have a loved one with impaired hearing, there are numerous ways you …
Prioritize Better Hearing in the New Year!
The New Year is a great invitation to commit to health and wellness. Prioritizing better hearing is a key facet of overall health and quality of life. Hearing loss is the third most common health condition people experience today. Nearly 1 in 6 people have …
Tips for Communicating if You Have Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can make it challenging to navigate conversations. Practicing a few strategies while also wearing your hearing aids can help you communicate effectively and with greater ease. The following tips can be easily integrated into everyday life, supporting your hearing needs and communication with …
Enjoying the Holidays with Hearing Loss
Many of us look forward to the holidays. Spending time with loved ones, attending dinner parties, and reconnecting with family and friends is an exciting time. But the holiday season can present unique challenges for people with hearing loss. The holidays can be overwhelming and …
Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test for World Alzheimer’s Month
Getting an annual hearing test is a wise decision for anyone over the age of 65. Seniors have increasing likelihood of hearing loss, so experts recommend getting a test to establish your baseline hearing ability. If it is discovered that you don’t have hearing loss, …