In our younger days, food choices often were all about taste and immediate gratification, with very little thought about long-term health implications. But as we become adults we start to become aware of how the ways we eat can impact our health and overall well-being. One surprising way poor nutrition can have negative consequences, according […]
From sporting events to family get-togethers to fireworks displays to motorcycle rides, summer is filled with enjoyable activities. And while most of these activities are safe, many can present hidden risks to your hearing health. Over time, the loud noises that accompany some of these experiences can lead to irreversible hearing damage. A loud motorcycle […]
Summer is all about sunshine, relaxation, and plenty of social events. But enjoying these summer events can be a real challenge for people who have hearing loss. Fear not, as with a little preparation and thought, you can ensure that your summer experiences are still enjoyable. Get the most out of summer with these worthwhile […]
Are you aware that your risk of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? From around 40 years old and up, you might start to notice that your hearing is starting to go. Your symptoms may develop gradually and be mostly invisible, but this kind of hearing loss is […]
Age-related hearing loss can have broad impacts across your whole life. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your mental clarity can also be affected. The way your brain works, including your memory and mood, can be substantially affected by hearing loss. The link between cognition and hearing loss […]
Putting off on important appointments, like your hearing aid fitting, is all too easy amidst the hustle and bustle of daily events. You may even find yourself hesitating to order hearing aids altogether. However, delaying treatment for hearing loss is a lot more than just a mistake concerning your ears alone. The connection to mental […]
Our ears are frequently what carry the load of accidental harm from neglect in our hectic daily lives. There are a few common but dangerous practices, like utilizing cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health at risk. Below, we delve into four important methods to safeguard your sense of hearing and […]
Many aspects of your day-to-day life can be affected by Hearing Loss. Neglected hearing loss, for instance, can affect your professional life, your favorite pastimes, and even your relationships. For couples who are struggling with hearing loss, communication can become tense. Animosity can develop from the increased tension and more frequent quarrels. If neglected, in […]
Your workplace has chosen to promote teamwork and collaboration by opening up the office floor plan. However, you find yourself having difficulties in this new setup. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the increased noise makes it difficult to follow conversations. Even if mainstream hearing tests indicate totally normal hearing, […]
When you start on a course of medication, it’s natural to want to be informed about any potential side effects. Can it trigger digestive problems? Will it cause dehydration? Make you drowsy? You may not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Lots of different medications are known to […]
