It’s hard to believe January is right around the corner and with it comes a whole new year. What will you do to make this next year count? Will you pick up a new hobby, start an exercise routine, start a project, or just watch what you eat a little more this year? It’s an exciting time to also make …
There are so many temptations to take the easy way out. We face them daily, whether it’s choosing not to see a person who needs our help or telling a white lie to avoid a confrontation. Each instance is different, and yet, each time we decide to deflect and hit the easy button, we reinforce that habit. Sure, sometimes …
You might be surprised how hearing loss can quickly change someone’s life – especially for those who were once social. Hearing loss is an issue that starts with the ears but quickly affects communication, relationships, cognitive functioning, and even changes in personality over years. It’s also a condition that often develops gradually, so people often don’t realize how bad it’s …
When it comes to hearing, those who rely most on this ability are often those most at risk of losing it. Unlike some of the other senses, hearing is quite sensitive to the amount of exposure. Whether that exposure comes in terms of the loudness of sound, measured in decibels, or the duration of sound, measured in time, our hearing …
Technology continues to evolve at a faster pace, offering more convenience and functionality. Hearing aids are no exception. This has been made in part by the digital revolution in technology which has been able to provide more power and nuance in smaller and state-of-the-art designs. Digital technology continues to push the limits of what we thought was possible in hearing …
There are more than 30 million Americans with diabetes, and if that describes you too, you’ll want to keep an eye on your ears. Compared to non-diabetics, people with diabetes have a hearing loss risk that is more than twice as high. As a result, you should keep an eye on your hearing. Having regular hearing evaluations with us …
The past few years have been difficult for everyone. A lot of us aren’t as used to spending time in large groups as we used to be. Now that many of us are attempting to spend time with others again, you might find you are having to ask people to repeat themselves again. This is normal for everyone, especially with …
Our world is becoming increasingly loud and this affecting our neighborhoods and communities. Whether you live in an urban, suburban, or rural setting, there are sounds we are exposed to which could be impacting us and our family’s hearing. Sounds can be beautiful, cause us to relax or even elevate our mood. However, when sound becomes to constant and too …
Do you ever leave work or a concert and find that your hearing is ringing? This buzzing in the ears is called tinnitus and is most often a sign that you have been exposed to dangerous levels of noise. Over time, exposure to harmful levels of noise can conglomerate into noise induced hearing loss. October means that it is National …
Have you recently come to suspect that you could benefit from hearing aids? Have you been diagnosed with hearing loss but feel overwhelmed by all the options? It can be totally overwhelming to understand what hearing aids will be best for you. There are so many styles and added features to choose from. If you are confused as to what …