Hearing Blog

Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, yet many hesitate to seek help until it significantly impacts their daily life. Hearing aids are transformative tools that can dramatically improve a person’s ability to communicate, socialize, and enjoy everyday activities. However, the journey to better hearing involves more than simply purchasing a device—it requires the expertise […]

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If you have been keeping up with the latest research on hearing loss, you are likely aware of the strong connection between hearing health and brain health. You may understand that treating your hearing loss now instead of down the track has been proven to reduce your risk of cognitive decline—by nearly half. In fact, hearing loss […]

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With the aging process comes many attacks against our health. Whenever something effects us… it also effects our loved ones. If your loved one gets Alzheimer’s Disease  (AD) it is a war in which your whole family must battle. Over 5 million people in our country have AD and that number will double for every […]

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Change is good. Usually. Well, it is if you have a hearing loss and wear hearing instruments. As technology changes it provides the hearing impaired with more options to correct their hearing loss. Hearing instruments that are 4- 5 years old have about 1/4 of the useable technology to instruments that are produced today. Hearing […]

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Hearing aids are an investment in your overall health and quality of life. They help to enhance your everyday by ensuring you don’t miss out on important moments, enabling you to remain social and active, helping you stay safe and alert, and bringing you the joy of hearing your favorite sounds, music, and people. All […]

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Hearing loss and balance are intertwined.  Most of us take our balance for granted until we take a fall or start to have dizziness.  While we may think of balance; or lack of, an aging issue… many people would be surprised how closely our hearing and our balance is linked,   The inner ear is critical […]

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Life is full of little nooks & crannies where we discover all types of interesting information.  I thought today I would throw out some Hearing Tidbits…. just for some fun reading. Hearing Tidbit 1…  When we scream, special brain cells get activated and protect our auditory system from the sound of our own voice.  The […]

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Many people use gas or battery operated hand tools. Even though big chain saws can run off of a rechargeable battery, they are still loud. Tools, guns, motors, may be deemed as “toys” for all ages; and with continual use can cause hearing loss. Many items emit sound pressure levels that can lead to damage […]

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We’d all love nothing more than to maintain our safety and independence as we grow older, right? But today’s hearing fact proves that things like staying fit, getting our vision checked, or seeing a physician annually—while highly recommended—may not be enough when it comes to supporting our physical well-being into the future. Our hearing health, […]

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Your Hearing and Balance are intricately related. Millions of people around the world experience hearing loss and communication difficulties. Many people are not aware of the effects of hearing loss with relation to balance. Your inner ear plays a significant role not only in hearing, but also in balance. Hearing loss contributes to dizziness, unsteadiness, balance issues, and […]

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Wintertime—especially if you live in a place where it gets bitterly cold—can be tough on a lot of things: our automobiles, our fingers and toes, and our psyche. But it doesn’t have to be tough on our hearing aids, thanks to the latest hearing technology and some simple best practices we can follow. Here are six helpful […]

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Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, and as technology advances, so do the solutions designed to enhance auditory experiences. Modern hearing instruments have evolved beyond simple amplification devices…incorporating artificial intelligence (AI), Bluetooth connectivity, noise reduction, and even health-monitoring features. These are cutting-edge capabilities and they are improving the quality of lives for individuals with hearing impairments. These […]

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Today’s hearing fact is another important reminder of how common hearing loss is as we grow older. But despite its prevalence, did you know that only 29% of people aged 71 and older wear hearing aids? While the reasons people choose not to treat their hearing loss can range from not recognizing the condition to conceding […]

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It can be difficult broach the subject of your loved one’s hearing problems. Hearing loss can be frustrating; not just for the person with the hearing difficulties but also for their loved ones. Hearing loss is very personal. Many people who have a hearing loss are in denial. They may be defensive and become upset […]

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While our ears are very complex…they still must use the brain to make sense of the signals that are being gathered.  The sound waves move and stimulate nerves in the inner ear and then the brain must translate the signal into meaningful words.  The brain is actually receiving signals from the inner ear that is […]

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It’s a time when we celebrate the positive aspects of growing older. And believe it or not, there are lots—everything from gaining a greater acceptance of ourselves to acquiring wisdom from our life experiences. What does healthy aging mean to you? Interestingly enough, more than 21,000 adults aged 55 and older were surveyed with that very question last […]

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year—that’s over 14 million people. Unfortunately, the likelihood of falls increases as we get older, and one common contributor may surprise you—untreated hearing loss. Yes, you read that correctly: Studies prove that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of falls […]

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Most of us are probably aware that loneliness isn’t good for us—but today’s fact offers the hard-hitting reality of just how bad isolation can be for our overall health. Considered as risky as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day, loneliness has also been named an urgent health threat by US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. So, why report […]

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As the holiday season approaches, there’s no denying it’s about to get busy for many of us (ho, ho, ho, that’s an understatement, right?). The preparations can be as eventful as the big days themselves—everything from planning the perfect menus to scrambling for gifts for everyone on our lists. We plan ahead not only to ensure […]

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Today’s fact headlining the lack of hearing screenings at routine doctor exams may surprise you—or not. If you’re surprised: It’s probably because you’ve been keeping up with the mounting research that strongly links hearing loss with dementia, cognitive decline, depression, loneliness, and falls. If you’re not surprised: You may be familiar with the current state of shorter appointments in the U.S. and let’s […]

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