Between 35-45 million Americans live with hearing loss, but fewer than 20% of these people wearing hearing aids daily. Minimizing or denying the seriousness of their hearing loss subjects them to compounding side effects, not only damaging their careers and their relationships, but unnecessarily heightening the risk to their physical safety, and emotional and psychological health. Hearing loss frequently comes …
When you go out to eat at a restaurant, it is not only a culinary experience. You most likely will be enjoying your meal with others, and the social event can be a big part of what makes the meal enjoyable. Having an easy-going conversation with others at your table helps you enjoy your meal and not to feel stress, …
Have you been noticing a bit of a change in your hearing? Perhaps, you’ve started to notice that conversations are becoming a bit murkier, or the TV volume is cranked up a notch or two higher than it used to be. But it’s not something you’re ready to confront, is it? That’s the funny thing about hearing loss – we’d …
Ready for a bit of fun this Independence Day? Of course, you are! There’s nothing quite like the joy of family cookouts, thrilling fireworks, and celebrating freedom. But, while all the excitement is in full swing, take a moment to think about your hearing health. Why? Well, among all the jubilation, the loud noise from fireworks can significantly affect your …
In our world, communication is the glue that binds us together. It’s through our conversations and shared experiences that we express our feelings, needs, and ideas. But what happens when our ability to hear – a fundamental aspect of this communication – starts to deteriorate? How do we continue to connect with our loved ones, colleagues, and the world around …
As we all know, driving is an essential part of our daily lives. Whether it’s commuting to work, running errands, or going on road trips, driving is a necessary activity for many of us. However, what many people don’t realize is that driving can also have a significant impact on our hearing health. How driving can contribute to hearing loss …
As we age, our bodies change, and we may begin to experience a range of health issues. Some of these issues are obvious, such as the aches and pains that come with arthritis or the wrinkles that appear on our skin. However, other issues may be more subtle, such as age-related hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss is a common condition …
Hearing is a sense that we use to navigate everyday life. So when hearing is impaired, it can have multifaceted effects that take a toll on health and wellness. Nearly 1 in 5 people have some degree of impaired hearing, a medical condition that impacts over 48 million people. Though it is common, hearing loss still remains undertreated. Only a …
Hearing loss has multifaceted effects. Not only does hearing loss impact hearing and communication, but it can also take a toll on physical health and wellness. Studies show that untreated hearing loss can strain physical health, impact mobility, and affect mental health by contributing to depressive symptoms. Link Between Hearing Loss and Reduced Physical Ability Extensive research shows that hearing …
A Time To Reflect The holidays mean something a little bit different to everyone. Some people may only see their loved ones once a year and look forward to it all year. For others the holidays may be a reminder of people that they miss. Some people may mostly feel the pinch of the financial strain and some people may …