Is the Hearing Aid Stigma Dead Yet?
Hearing loss affects one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 and one in two people over age 75, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.1 But it’s a misconception that hearing loss only affects older people; one in five teenagers experiences some degree of hearing loss, reports…
How Moisture Affects Hearing Aids
One of the greatest enemies of your hearing aids is moisture. While hearing aids are built to withstand the rugged environment of your ear, they are still high-level technology that can malfunction if not properly cared for. Be sure to keep your hearing aids out of moist or damp environments. Below are signs moisture has…
The 8 Sounds of Summer That Can Harm Your Hearing
When the temperature rises, so do the number of noisy activities that could potentially damage our hearing. There’s no need to worry, though. By knowing what they are and remembering to protect your ears, you can keep yourself safe and enjoy all that the season offers. Sun’s Out, Fun’s Out—and Earplugs Are In Noise-induced hearing…
Study Reveals Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline
Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? It’s a great time to focus on the connection between hearing loss and brain health—research shows that individuals with hearing loss are more likely to experience cognitive decline than those with normal hearing.1 However, hearing devices can make a difference. A study published in…
Better Hearing and Speech Month 2022: Connecting People
It’s May, which means it’s Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM)! BHSM is a time when the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) joins forces with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to raise awareness about hearing and speech disorders. This year’s theme is “Connecting People.” Having strong relationships is important for everyone, but…
Break Free From the Stress of Tinnitus
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time when we reflect on the causes of stress, including health issues like tinnitus. Tinnitus, otherwise known as “ringing in the ears,” can create incredible stress for some people. The constant noise is annoying, disruptive, distracting, and painful. In one study of 100 tinnitus patients, only 25 had no…
Poor Heart Health Can Contribute to Hearing Loss
It’s February, so get ready to focus on chocolate, roses, heart-shaped cards—and heart health? Widely known as the month where Valentine’s Day falls, February is also American Heart Month, which makes it a great time to explore the importance of good heart health and its role in preventing hearing loss. Hearing involves several parts of…
Between Thyroid Disease and Hearing Loss
Nearly 60% of the estimated 20 million Americans who have thyroid disease aren’t aware that they have the condition.1 Another thing they may not know? That thyroid disease can impact your hearing. Since January is Thyroid Awareness Month, now’s the perfect time to learn more about the thyroid and your ears. What Does the Thyroid…
New Study Reveals Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society further supports existing evidence that wearing hearing aids can help slow cognitive decline in elderly patients.1 There are generally two schools of thought when it comes to the relationship between hearing and cognition: The common cause hypothesis states that hearing loss and cognitive decline both involve age-related problems, such as tissue degeneration of the central nervous…
Hearing Devices Aren’t Enough Without Good Communication Habits
If you’ve taken the first step toward better hearing by investing in hearing devices, you deserve to be congratulated. But satisfaction is not guaranteed by a simple purchase. Hearing is not passive—you have a responsibility to develop good communication habits. To receive the maximum benefit from your hearing devices: Commit to wearing your devices. You must…