A Guide To Single-Sided Hearing Loss
Approximately 20% of the global population lives with some degree of hearing loss. Although it is often talked about in broad terms, hearing loss is a multifaceted condition affecting each person differently. Single-sided hearing loss is one less-discussed facet of the condition you may not have previously considered. Single-sided hearing loss, also called unilateral hearing…
What To Know About High Frequency Hearing Loss in Children
High-frequency hearing loss is the inability to understand sounds of certain frequencies, like consonant sounds, and is a result of inner ear damage to the auditory hair cells. This condition not only affects older individuals but can also be present in children. One research study showed 14% of children who use personal listening devices had…
The Surprising Link Between Kidney Disease and Hearing Loss
When discussing common causes of hearing loss, factors like aging and exposure to loud noise typically dominate the conversation. However, there’s an unexpected contributor to this condition that often flies under the radar: kidney disease. Understanding Kidney Disease Situated just below the ribcage, your kidneys are crucial in filtering blood and eliminating waste products and…
New Year, New Name: What to Know About Better Speech and Hearing Month’s New Name
The National Association for Hearing and Speech Action (NAHSA) has announced a significant shift for its annual May event. From 2024 on, Better Speech and Hearing Month will be known as “National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. This change aims to eliminate the word “better,” which could inadvertently pass judgment on those living with hearing loss or communication…
How Can You Manage Your Tinnitus at Work?
Tinnitus is characterized by a persistent ringing or buzzing sound in one or both ears, even when there is no external sound. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), about 10% of the U.S. population experiences this condition. If you’re among those who have tinnitus symptoms, you might be seeking…
How to Protect Against Swimmer’s Ear From Hearing Aids
Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, is a common condition characterized by inflammation, irritation or infection of the outer ear canal. Swimmer’s ear often occurs due to water retention in the ear canal, especially after swimming in a high-bacteria environment. When water gets trapped in the ear canal, bacteria can grow and quickly lead…
Can Hearing Aids Help You Avoid Couple’s Counseling?
Complications can arise in relationships when two people struggle to communicate. Problems with communication can come from many sources, but one common source is hearing loss. Whether you’re trying to hear your partner while they do the dishes or struggling to understand them over the sound of kids playing at Sunset Woods Park, hearing loss…
Ways to Extend Your Hearing Aid’s Lifespan
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” If you’re among this population, you’re probably curious what you can do to extend you devices’ lifespan. We review tips for this below. Clean Them Daily The number one thing you can do…
What to Know About Hearing Aid Battery Safety
Without batteries, your hearing aids would be unable to provide you with good hearing. However, it’s important to know that batteries need to be handled with care. We provide a list of hearing aid battery do’s and don’ts below. Do When it comes to your hearing aid batteries, do: Invest in a container with a…
How to Make the Most of the Movie Theater with Hearing Loss
If you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss recently, you may feel as though you can’t enjoy activities you love like you once did. This simply isn’t true. However, you may need to do some extra preparation, even when it comes to going to the movies. Follow our tips below. Wear Hearing Aids If you already…