When you think about making public places accessible for individuals with disabilities, the obvious first image you think of are alterations for wheelchairs. But what about accessibility for people with hearing loss? Installing a hearing loop clarifies speech and other sound for patrons with telecoil compatible hearing aids, is less expensive than other modifications and […]
Can hearing loss be genetic? The simple response to this question is‚ “Yes”. When you look at the data, genetic causes are actually the largest category of hearing loss. Additionally, developmental experts consider genetic hearing loss to be the most common birth defect in developed countries. […]
Any time a hearing aid wearer tries to listen to a speaker in a crowded location, the levels of background noise can easily become daunting. Large, open areas such as audotoriums, places of worship, concert halls and movie theaters can be particularly troublesome. Fortunately, hearing loops systems provide a solution to this problem, permitting hearing […]
If you find yourself experiencing tinnitus, vertigo, and intermittent hearing loss, you could be afflicted with Meniere’s disease. Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes problems with hearing and balance. While there is no identified cure for this condition, there are steps that you can take to help reduce the impact […]
From a crowded restaurant to a busy sidewalk, you can encounter overwhelming amounts of noise almost anyplace. The problem becomes worse for people with hearing aids, which can make it nearly impossible to pick out wanted sounds from the surrounding noise. Thanks to digital noise reduction, however, many hearing aid wearers are able to block […]
With so many charities available to choose from, picking one may seem like a daunting task. You should consider where your money is going, how it is being used, and if the organization is trustworthy. Look for a large, well-known hearing health charity organization that is right for you, and join knowing you are helping […]
One of the easiest things you can do to protect your ability to hear is to wear ear plugs. These small devices are inserted into the ear to block out disruptive or damaging sounds. Shopping for ear plugs can be confusing, as there are a large variety of styles available, but with patience and a […]
Feelings of vertigo, dizziness, and loss of balance are more prevalent than most people imagine; 42 percent of the American population (ninety million people) experience this at least once during their lifetime, and for many the situation becomes chronic. Dizziness is the number 1 reason that people over the age of 75 visit doctors, and […]
Many older people experience the persistent noises of tinnitus (ringing in the ears), however few individuals realize it strikes kids too. Many children also experience the symptoms of tinnitus. Unlike adults, who can usually figure out that the noises they keep hearing are outside of the norm, children are more likely to assume that everyone […]
Unfortunately hearing loss affects numerous young ones, however the right type of hearing aid could have a very positive impact on their lives. The total number of types, attributes, and sizes can be overwhelming to a parent choosing a hearing aid for their child. There are a few styles that tend to be better suited […]
