A common misconception about hearing loss is that it is namely caused by aging and that only older adults experience impaired hearing. Hearing loss is one of the most common health issues that people live with today. There are actually a number of causes that …
December is a time to visit with family and loved ones, but the busy-ness and volume of our gatherings, festivities, and celebrations could cause some worry for those who have hearing loss. Here is some advice on how to enjoy the holidays with hearing loss: …
The CDC estimates that over 37 million people have diabetes and that over a third of adults are prediabtic. Diabetes can have multifaceted effects on health including causing kidney and heart issues. Another under-recognized complication of diabetes is hearing loss. Studies show that people with …
Did you know that people with diabetes can be more likely to develop hearing loss? An estimated 37 million people have diabetes which accounts for 11.3% of the U.S. population. Additionally, nearly 1.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes according to the American Diabetes Association. …
Hearing loss is not an issue that we think about very often. When we do it is usually because others close to us have noticed a change in our ability to hear. This is unfortunate and preventable. It is quite normal to take our senses …
The body consists of cells, organs, and blood vessels that work closely together to sustain us. These systems are interconnected and rely on each other for essential functions and processes. This includes hearing which involves several critical components like blood vessels, good bone health, and …
As May comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on this year’s Better Hearing and Speech Month. An important month in hearing health advocacy, this campaign is organized by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Better Hearing and Speech Month raises awareness about hearing …
October is National Protect Your Hearing Month this month. Hearing health and exposure to noise are October by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders to increase awareness about the causes and prevention of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Decibels and Our Hearing A …
Each May, the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates Better Speech and Hearing Month, in an effort to increase awareness about communication disorders and hearing impairments as well as inspire action in the community. For 2019, the theme is “Communication Across the Lifespan”. …
If you have recently been diagnosed with hearing loss, you may have a few questions. You are not alone! Many others may have inquired about the same issues, so the following provide answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about hearing loss. Do …