May is here and many of us may be enjoying the sound of newly sprouted leaves blowing in the wind and birds chirping above. However, if you have a hearing loss you may not be able to hear these sounds at all, or even realize you are missing them in the first place. This is because hearing loss can progress …
There are still many unknowns about hearing loss, but scientists are discovering more about this condition every day. Something we do know: hearing loss is not only widespread but also under-treated on a massive scale. Hearing loss is more common in older people because it is closely linked to aging. According to studies, one out of every three people over …
When talking with people about treating their hearing loss we often encounter the perception that hearing loss “isn’t a big deal” and “doesn’t really affect my life”. What these perspectives usually fail to take into account is all the subtle ways hearing loss alters your communication and social behavior. Hearing loss, when left untreated, can lead to serious negative consequences …
Hearing loss isn’t one-size fits all. While the onset of hearing loss is most associated with noisy workplaces or aging, in truth, hearing loss can be caused by a multitude of factors. Let’s take a look at a few common sources of hearing damage you may be surprised to consider. Medication While there isn’t a wonder drug capable of improving …
The World Health Organization is launching the World Report on Hearing on March 3, this year’s World Hearing Day. The message is clear for all: We need to do a better job taking care of our hearing! The WTO suggests interventions at the policy level aimed at making hearing healthcare a more integrated aspect of national health plans. A few …
If you have a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living home it can often feel stressful to be far away and not know exactly how to help. This is particularly true of seniors who have hearing loss who may have trouble communicating with staff and contemporaries about their needs. Half of all people over 75 deal with …
Many think of hearing loss as an ear issue but the side effects can be far reaching. For instance the communication hurtles that hearing loss present can become worse and worse as they go ignored. This can make conversations at work, out and about and at home incredibly alienating. When you find yourself having to ask people to repeat themselves, …
Approximately 1.4 million people in the U.S. experience a brain injury annually, with more than 50,000 resulting in death. Sports injuries, motorcycle crashes, unexpected falls or assaults are some of the most common causes of head injuries resulting in concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI). At first it may appear that there is no injury, but over time the condition …
If you live with hearing loss, you know that it can impact almost every aspect of your life. Hearing loss means facing new challenges, especially when it comes to communicating and engaging with others. It is important to understand that, as a person with hearing loss, there are laws in place to make the world more equitable and accessible for …
Smoking and drinking are two activities that come accompanied by a long list of health risks – did you know that hearing loss is one of them? Both smoking and drinking can contribute to bodily changes that can take a toll on your hearing, albeit in different ways. Reducing or eliminating smoke and drink from your daily life can help …