Have you seen the research connecting hearing loss with reduced cognition and dementia? Studies have shown that even with minimal or early-stage hearing loss, there are changes in cognition and brain activity. Even when the decrease in hearing ability is minimal, the brain begins to re-organize itself, resulting in changes in both speech processing and …
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Traveling is a wonderful adventure, and you can see so many beautiful new places. With hearing loss, however, there can be challenges. Here are a few things to consider. Hearing Impaired and On the Road When you have hearing damage, there may be unexpected problems during travel, like difficulty hearing announcements, trouble identifying unfamiliar warnings …
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If you have hearing loss, your audiologist or provider has likely suggested you invest in hearing aids. Modern hearing aids are technologically advanced and can really improve independence and quality of life for those who struggle with hearing impairment. Millions of people benefit from this amazing tool every day. Hearing aids are great for helping …
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If you have never had hearing loss, you may have never heard of an audiologist and wonder what an audiologist is, exactly. Once you begin to have an issue with your hearing or your ears, you may want to visit a doctor and ponder which physician you should visit: an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat …
Hearing devices are a marvel of modern technology. They help us get through our days independently. For those of us who experience hearing loss, they can make all the difference. Anyone who uses hearing aids has probably become reliant on them to go about daily life. So, when there is an issue or interruption it …
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Like the overall health of our body, hearing health happens from the inside-out. What we do to take care of our bodies, including how we eat, what we drink and the air that we breathe, as well as how much we exercise influences the health of our bodies as a whole AND our hearing. We …
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At the change of seasons, we can feel a little run down and in need of extra sleep. That is normal! Allow for yourself to take a nap or get some extra Zz’s between seasons. If you suffer from hearing loss, however, you may have noticed more fatigue than normal after a regular day of …
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In the past we’ve discussed how hearing health and heart health can be related. Hearing loss can sometimes even be a symptom of an impending heart health issue, so it’s important to pay attention to all of the signs our body gives us: including issues with hearing. If you notice that your hearing is not …
It’s the month of love! When we think of Valentine’s Day we think of romance and cupid, but our senses make all of these things possible, and make all of these things enjoyable! The sights and sounds of life are what bring meaning to our world. Yet if you have hearing loss you know that …
What a year 2020 was! From global pandemic, stay-at-home orders, business closures, worrying about family members and the election… I think we are all ready for a break from the excitement. As we begin a brand-new year, we are stepping into a lot of new beginnings, and we may wonder what is the best way …
