Staying Connected During Social Distancing
The pandemic has made it a lonely time for everyone, but people with hearing loss are especially affected. Most of our daily communications have moved from face-to-face to phone or video calls. Between a lack of reliable visual cues and distorted sound quality, it’s all too easy to want to forego these communications entirely. To…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that easily leaves one feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to meet your local audiologist to learn about life-changing options that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can diagnose hearing…
How to Help a Loved One with their Hearing Loss
With more than 48 million Americans experiencing hearing loss, chances are high that someone you love may be living with the condition. Hearing loss is hard for everyone involved. So how do you let your loved one know you are there for them while guiding them toward getting the treatment they need? Follow the three…
How Does Loud Noise Cause Ear Damage?
Hearing loss is most often caused by aging or exposure to loud noises. Below we break down how loud noises can damage your hearing and what, if anything, you can do to prevent this from happening. How Your Ear Works Your ear is broken down into three parts. The Outer Ear This is the part…
Should You Have Your Hearing Tested?
According to a Consumer Reports survey of more than 120,000 people, nearly 30 percent of respondents reported they had gone more than a decade without a hearing test or had never had their hearing tested at all. This is concerning, as untreated hearing loss has been associated with social withdrawal, depression and even cognitive decline….
Hearing Loss Side Effects
When talking about hearing loss, rarely are any symptoms beyond your inability to hear discussed. But untreated hearing loss can have an impact on your health and well-being. Below is an explanation of the variety of side effects that come from choosing not to treat your hearing loss. Decrease in Cognitive Function Hearing loss directly…
How to Watch TV Better
Because of the current situation, many of us are spending all of our time at home. And with that comes an increase of television watching. Whether you or someone you live with has hearing loss, you are familiar with the volume battle. Below is a breakdown of a number of solutions that can make television…
Early Signs of Hearing Loss
Most types of hearing loss develop slowly over time. This means that you may not notice you are experiencing symptoms until your hearing loss has progressed beyond an easily treatable stage. In fact, the average person waits seven years before they seek treatment. Understanding the signs of hearing loss can make sure you seek treatment…
Workplace Hearing Regulations
Workplaces can get very loud. And while many of us are doing our jobs from home, understanding the rules and regulations can better prepare you for when you return to the office. Occupational Safety and Health Act In 1970, the groundbreaking Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was passed. This established clear guidelines, standard protections…
Where You Should Protect Your Hearing
Most causes of hearing loss are beyond your control, but one, called noise-induced hearing loss, can be prevented. Understanding what environments put your ears at risk can help you better protect yourself in the future. Understanding Noise Induced Hearing Loss Sounds are measured in decibels (dB). Anything over 85 dB can cause irreversible damage. To…