The World Health Organization estimates that 466 million people worldwide deal with some form of hearing loss making it the world’s 3rd most chronic health …
Hearing Loss Could Restrict Mobility & Quality of Life
Hearing loss is the third most chronic physical condition in the US, affecting 48 million Americans. Not only does hearing loss affect your ears, but …
Unexpected Causes of Hearing Loss
If you deal with hearing loss you already understand how frustrating it can be. It is exhausting to struggle with communication amongst friends, family and …
For Women, Painkiller Use May Lead to Hearing Loss
When you suffer from a minor headache or joint pain, it is a common practice to take an over the counter pain medicine to subdue …
5 Ways to Support a Loved One with Hearing Loss in a Nursing Home
If you have a loved one that has transitioned into a nursing home or assisted living facility, you may feel anxious thinking about the management …
Hearing Aids Are Found to Improve Depressive Symptoms
Hearing loss is an increasingly common health condition that people have all ages experience. According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, nearly 48 million …
Head Injuries & Hearing Loss
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has been in the spotlight lately as new research suggests that participating in contact sports can have lasting effects on cognition. …
How Loud is Too Loud for Kids?
Today’s youth are growing up in the overall loudest environment in the history of the earth. Planes take to the skies, movies entertain us with …
How Smoking & Drinking May Affect Hearing
We are always looking for ways to indict the common human vices for our ills. Usually, it is possible. It has long been known that …
Communication At Work | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
In May of each year, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates Better Hearing and Speech Month. This year’s theme is “Communication at Work,” and this …