Hearing loss is one of the most common medical conditions that older adults experience. In fact, nearly 1 in 8 people have some degree of hearing loss. Though impaired hearing is a public health epidemic, it is undertreated.  According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, about 29 million adults in the U.S. could benefit from using …

In short, the answer is no. When it comes to hearing loss, hearing aids are the best form of treatment. Western medicine continues to advance and find solutions for ailments that we never imagined we would find. Indeed, there are some instances where alternative medicine can help reduce symptoms of certain conditions, particularly for those who hope to avoid using …

Today’s hearing aids continue to push the limits of what we ever believed possible. With features that can single out desired sounds in a crowded room, Bluetooth technology that interfaces with our phones and even Artificial Intelligence to automatically adjust to our listening environment, hearing aids continue to become easier to use and more effective than ever.  Let’s explore hearing …

Alzheimer’s disease affects not just the individual but family and friends as well. The more you can understand how Alzheimer’s and other dementia’s works and how to best cope with its effects, the less traumatic this disorder can be for everyone.  It’s important to understand that you are not alone in this experience. It is estimated that Alzheimer’s affects 50 …

Hearing loss can be a frustrating condition, making it difficult to hear and respond to your family and friends. If ignored, hearing loss can start to affect every aspect of your life, from your success at work, your physical mobility, health and sense of independence.  The difficult part often is realizing that you have hearing loss at all. The condition …

Ear infections are a fairly common condition, especially for children. However if ear infections are not treated or become chronic they can cause serious problems with your hearing.  Types of ear infections Outer ear infections: If you or your children spend a lot of time in the water then you can be at risk for swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear is …

Have you noticed you have to ask people to repeat themselves more and more often? Have people in your life complained that you listen to the TV too loudly? Do you struggle hearing over the phone?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, there is a good chance that you may be dealing with the onset of hearing …

Hearing loss is a common health condition that impacts millions of people. Nearly 1 in 8 people have some degree of impaired hearing in one or both ears. Though it is more common than you may think, it is often underdiagnosed. Hearing loss typically occurs gradually so it can be ignored or overlooked for quite some time. People can also …

We are constantly surrounded by noise: alarm clocks, kitchen appliances, traffic, music, conversations etc. Typically, the kind of noise we experience on a regular basis is not particularly dangerous. However, there are levels of noise that can be harmful to our hearing. Absorbing loud noise can cause hearing loss which nearly 1 in 8 people navigate on a daily basis. …

Though hearing aids are designed to be durable and there are features that provide extra protection, exposure to moisture can be damaging. There are daily activities that you may participate in that can impact your hearing aids: swimming, running, hiking, biking etc. Also, now that it is officially summer, you could find yourself sweating more from the heat. Keeping your …