Relaxation, sunshine, and social events are what summer is all about. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for those who have hearing loss. Fear not, as with a bit of planning and consideration, you can make sure that your summer experiences are still fun. Key tips to make the most of […]
Were you aware that your chance of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? Age-related hearing loss typically begins to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. Your symptoms could develop slowly and be largely invisible, but this kind of hearing loss is permanent. Typically, it’s the consequence of […]
Age-related hearing loss can have broad impacts across your entire life. Not only is your ability to hear impacted, but so too are your social life, your professional networks, and even your mental abilities. The way your brain works, including your mood and memory, can be significantly affected by hearing loss. The connection between cognition […]
Putting off on important appointments, like your hearing aid fitting, is all too easy amongst the hustle and bustle of day-to-day events. You might not even get around to shopping for hearing aids at all. However, putting off on treatment for hearing loss is a lot more than just a mistake concerning your ears alone. […]
Our ears are often what carry the load of unintentional harm from neglect in our hectic day-to-day lives. There are a few common but hazardous practices, including using cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health in peril. Below, we delve into four essential ways to safeguard your sense of hearing and […]
Chances are, earwax and its accumulation haven’t been subjects of significant contemplation for you, except maybe during ear hygiene sessions. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it develops. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, scientifically called cerumen, is a dense combination of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and ceruminous […]
Many facets of your daily life can be affected by Hearing Loss. Your hobbies, your professional life, and even your love life can be affected by hearing loss, for instance. For couples who are struggling with hearing loss, communication can become strained. Animosity can develop from the increased tension and more frequent quarrels. In other […]
Your workplace has decided to encourage teamwork and cooperation by opening up the office floor plan. However, you find yourself having difficulties in this new setup. It’s because the increased noise is making it hard to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. The inability to follow conversations […]
When you start on a course of medication, it’s natural to want to be educated about any possible side effects. Can it trigger digestive issues? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you sleepy? You might not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name […]
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 […]
