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 …
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 …
The holidays are fast approaching! If you are affected by hearing loss, you may not be looking forward to the gatherings and parties as much as you used to. This time of year can bring up some anxiety for people hearing loss. You or your loved ones may worry about how well you can communicate …
As we approach the holidays, we marvel at how quickly time has passed with everything going on in 2020! With the holidays come visits to family, holiday gatherings, and travel! But if you suffer with hearing loss, you may be wondering what else you need to keep in mind this year as you plan for …
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Have you ever had an episode of vertigo? It’s scary: a sudden feeling of dizziness or that you can’t keep your balance. You may have to sit down or lay down until it passes–sometimes it lasts all day! If you’ve had an episode like this you have probably visited your doctor to find out what …
Hearing loss is a common ailment associated with aging. The reasons many people suffer from hearing loss as they age, however, may surprise you. Hearing loss may have less to do with the “breakdown” of the body as we age, and much more to do with our habits throughout our lives. This is good news …
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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