WHAT ARE THE LINKS BETWEEN SMOKING AND HEARING LOSS?

If you smoke, you are well aware at this point of the dangers and risks associated with that habit. The media has no shortage of news stories about how smoking can increase the risk of respiratory problems, heart disease and cancer. These risks are widely known to the 40 million American adults who smoke cigarettes, but did you know that … Read More

DO YOU KNOW THE LESS COMMON CAUSES OF HEARING LOSS?

You probably know the most common causes of hearing loss: quick exposure to extreme noise, like a gunshot near your ear or an explosion; or long-term exposure to noise above 80 decibels, such as ongoing proximity to factory machinery, lawnmowers or loud music. There are some other not-so-common causes of hearing damage that you may be unfamiliar with. If you … Read More