Hearing loss is one of the most common ailments among older adults, yet only about one in five of those people will address this problem with hearing aids. Since most hearing loss is can’t be reversed, it is crucial to avoid more damage as soon as possible. The ideal way to avoid advanced hearing loss …
Even though hearing loss is very common in the older population, many people procrastinate making this investment or even looking into it. The main factor usually comes down to cost. Since hearing aids are not covered by most insurance plans, the bulk of the cost is out of pocket. But wait! There are a few …
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If you have hearing loss (or even if you don’t) there is something you should know about: ototoxicity. What is ototoxicity? Ototoxicity refers to substances such as pharmaceutical medications that can cause short or long-term hearing loss as a side effect. Ototoxicity can be a factor in both prescription and over-the-counter drugs. These drugs may …
Did you know over 40% of American adults snore during the night? It may be common, but there is potential cause for concern. Snoring and hearing loss are linked for both the person snoring and the snorer’s partner. High-frequency hearing loss has been found in the bed partners of snorers (in the ear closest to …
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Once you realize you are suffering from hearing loss, it’s natural to search for a cure… but is there a cure for hearing loss? The answer is complicated because there are multiple causes and types of hearing loss, and unfortunately there is no known medication or surgery to correct “permanent” hearing loss. Treatment Options There …
Did you know hearing impairment affects more than 36 million people in the US? Approximately one sixth of American adults suffer from a degree of hearing loss, and almost 10% of children between six and 19 experience hearing loss. Seeing how common this issue is, you may be curious as to whether you or a …
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We hear it all the time: staying in shape is so important to our overall health… but did you know losing weight can also result in better hearing? Research shows that eating healthy, whole foods and moving your body every day can improve hearing and that being overweight can increase the risk of chance of …
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Do you make New Year Resolutions? Some people do and some people don’t, but regardless there is just something about a new year that makes us a little bit introspective: wanting to start fresh and make new goals. Many people make goals regarding health or finances: lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more, make more money…. …
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Wow! The holidays are already up on us! If you suffer from any degree of hearing loss, the holidays may not be as fun or exciting as they used to be. The anticipation of the holidays may be replaced with anxiety when you think about trouble communicating at gatherings and parties. There may also be …
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Stress is a stranger to no one these days. Our modern times are filled with stress at every turn, and the past 18 months have intensified those stress levels for many people, whether they are concerned for their personal health or society as a whole. We have known for a long time that stress kills, …
