Presbycusis, age-related hearing loss, is a common type of hearing loss that occurs gradually with aging. About 30% of U.S. seniors between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from some level of hearing loss, as do almost half of adults over the age of 75. Hearing loss is not only a minor inconvenience; it …
Did you know that balance and hearing health are connected? You may have heard of (or eve experienced) Vertigo, and you have probably learned that it affects balance and cause episodes of dizziness. You may also know that it has something to do with your inner ear. Our balance (or Vestibular) system is what orients …
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If your child has ever had an ear infection, you know how scary they can be. The pain is intense, and you may worry that it will cause permanent hearing damage. While it’s possible for a severe ear infection to cause hearing damage, that is rare: most ear infection-related hearing loss will resolve with the …
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One study, which included over 3700 people, concluded that smokers are about 70% more likely to suffer from hearing loss than non-smokers. 70% is a lot! This study found that the more cigarettes are smoked, the more likely the smoker will suffer from hearing loss. How Does Smoking Cause Hearing Loss? We have all heard …
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On March 3, for World Hearing Day 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) will draw attention to the importance of early identification and intervention for hearing loss, with the theme “Check your hearing!” The consequences of an untreated hearing loss can be serious: People who do not hear, cannot learn to speak. This could cause difficulties …
If you are concerned about developing hearing loss, you may be curious as to the risk factors involved. What are risk factors? A risk factor is anything that increases your chances of developing a condition, problem or disease. Even if you don’t have any of the risk factors here, it’s still possible to have hearing …
Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, can range from a temporary minor annoyance to an overwhelming noise that can drive you crazy! Here are ten things you may not know about tinnitus that can help you to cope or resolve the issue. Tinnitus is a pretty common ailment, and about 10-15% of adults will experience …
Have you seen advice not to use cotton swabs to clean your ears because of the damage they may cause to your ear drum? That’s good advice: cotton swab injuries are common, and can result in puncturing the ear drum, damaging delicate inner ear areas, and even vertigo or permanent deafness! But if you can’t …
With a new year comes a time to reflect on our old patterns and how to update our habits and improve ourselves. Do you typically make New Year’s Resolutions, and what is your track record at sticking to them? Personally, I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions. I educate myself throughout the year and when I …
Costs such as health care may be at the forefront of your mind if you are nearing retirement. You will have to plan for healthcare once your job no longer provides it, and healthcare costs are always significant. One portion of your healthcare costs you may not have considered is the hearing-related costs. When the …
