Is age a factor in the progression of hearing loss? Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting all adults as they age, but it’s a slow process. Half of people older than 75 have trouble with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or […]
Does hearing loss get worse as you get older? Hearing loss is a common gradually progressing condition that impacts all adults. Actually, over one half of those 75 and older have difficulty hearing. Presbycusis The slowly developing condition of hearing loss as we age is generally known as presbycusis. Normally, there will be a combination […]
It’s no fun when you can’t sleep at night. Especially when it happens regularly. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time over and over, and worrying about how tired you will be tomorrow. When these kinds of sleepless nights routinely happen, medical professionals tend to use the term “insomnia”. With insomnia, the […]
You may be familiar with the numerous factors contributing to hearing loss, including the impact of getting older, genetic predisposition within families, or prolonged exposure to loud noises. However, you might find it intriguing to understand the connection between diabetes and hearing impairment. Let us elaborate. How does diabetes raise your risk of hearing loss? […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everyone likes a quick easy fix. Sink Leaking? You can learn to fix that from a YouTube video. A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it on your own. But that feeling […]
Hearing loss is a widespread challenge for older people, but does it warrant giving up driving? The response isn’t clear-cut, as driving habits vary among individuals. Even if some adjustments need to be made to the volume of the radio, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a competent driver has to stop driving. Whether hearing loss presents […]
It’s an amazing and wonderful experience, having a child. But in terms of how it can make you feel, it can be rather unpleasant, at least in some cases. There’s the morning sickness, the difference in your body, the health hazards, and all kinds of strange side effects. None of this takes away from the […]
You asked for help with one simple task: take the trash out. But, regrettably, it never got done. When you ask why they didn’t do it, your partner replies “I never heard you ask me”. Crazy how that works, how your partner didn’t hear the one thing you asked them to do. This “selective hearing” […]
Let’s face it, there’s no escape from aging, and with it usually comes hearing loss. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still getting older. But you might not know that numerous treatable health conditions have also been associated with hearing loss. Here’s a look at some examples, #2 might come as […]
Have you ever left your Earbuds in your pocket and they ended up going through the laundry or maybe lost them altogether? All of a sudden, your morning jog is so much more boring. Your commute or bus ride is dreary and dull. And the sound quality of your virtual meetings suffers significantly. Often, you […]