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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Dizziness and imbalance issues affect about one third of people between the ages of 65-75 years old, and has been cited as the top issue for people 70+. Dizziness is common, but what causes it? It’s well-known that balance issues are usually due to a fluid irregularity in the inner ear. Vertigo and other balance …
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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We all know that regular physical exercise is good for our bodies and our overall health. But did you also know that exercise can benefit your hearing too? So how much exercise do you get in a typical week? You may dread the thought of going to the gym or running for an hour, but …
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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 …
We all know that we hear with our ears, but did you know we listen with our brains? Our ears hear the noises and sounds, but our brains translate those sounds so we can understand them. The good news is that with just a little effort you can train your brain in active listening to …
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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