Our phones have become a daily necessity these days, almost like an extension of our bodies. The ability to communicate on our phones is essential, but with hearing loss this can sometimes present a problem and handicap us in multiple ways throughout the day. Fortunately, as technology advances, solutions arise for every need we have, …
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Did you know permanent hearing loss is irreversible? That’s why it is critical to slow and avoid hearing loss any way possible. Check out these tips to help you safeguard your hearing avoid future hearing loss. Turn it Down We have entertainment at our fingertips: we can listen to music everywhere we go, at home …
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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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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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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 …
As we are gearing up for holiday festivities and gatherings, one thing that we may overlook is our challenges with hearing loss. Luckily, there are some things we can do to prepare ourselves and ensure we have the best experience possible. When thinking about our hearing, we often think of our ears doing all the …
In America, more than 40% of adults snore while sleeping. This may be a common phenomenon, but there could also be cause for concern. Snoring has been correlated with hearing loss for both the snorer and the person sleeping next to the snorer. In two different studies, bed partners of snorers were found to have …
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Many people believe that hearing loss is an expected consequence of aging. Hearing loss is not usually viewed as a significant health issue, though it may involve inconvenience or difficulty communicating. Recent studies, however, are revealing that there may be more to hearing loss than just minor inconvenience. These studies have linked hearing loss with …
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Hearing loss is common, particularly as we age. Hearing loss is also irreversible in most cases, so prevention is key. Here are a few ways you can prevent hearing loss and keep yourself hearing for as long as possible. Protection There are many places we are exposed to noise: restaurants, clubs, concerts, sporting events… even …
Wherever we are, our technology has gotten “smart,” from the smartphones in our pockets, to our smart TVs and smart meters. But what does it mean for a device to be “smart?” Smart devices can communicate each other, either via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or another wireless connection. Even our hearing aids are getting smarter! Modern hearing …
