Have you heard of ototoxicity? Ototoxicity is a term used by health professionals for medications that can cause hearing loss. Both prescription and over-the-counter medications can be ototoxic. Though these drugs may be effective for treating specific conditions and illnesses, they can also cause damage to delicate inner-ear hair cells and may affect balance and hearing. Ototoxicity can affect people … Read More
WELCOME SPRING – PREPARE YOUR EARS!
Spring is in the air! The weather is changing and we are already starting to enjoy blooming flowers and warmer! With the changing of seasons, we also get rainy weather, seasonal allergies, and erratic temperatures. Along with hearing aids, these changes can affect us, but we can downplay those effects. The Weather is Changing With changing weather, some people have … Read More
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
RETIREMENT AND (HEARING) HEALTHCARE
If you plan to retire soon, it’s time to think about expenses and how everything will be covered. Healthcare costs, including hearing healthcare, should be factored in. Estimates from HealthView Insights show that an American couple retiring this year can expect just over $400,000 in healthcare costs over the course of retirement, with about 4% of that being out of … Read More
THE CONNECTION BETWEEN DIABETES AND HEARING HEALTH
Hearing loss has many causes: loud noise, infection, and various diseases. One lesser-known disease that can cause hearing loss is diabetes. Diabetes is becoming more and more common around the world, and it is becoming more recognized as a cause of hearing loss. One study found some degree of hearing loss in 21 percent of 399 study participants with diabetes, … Read More
THIS YEAR MAKE A RESOLUTION THAT IS EASY TO KEEP
What is your New Year’s Resolution? If you’re like most people, it probably has something to do with generally being healthier: eating better, exercising more, or losing weight. Did you know that overall health also plays a vital role in hearing health? Since many resolutions don’t survive the month of January, we think it’s important to take steps to ensure … Read More
ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR HEARING AIDS
The holidays are a time of friends, family, laughter and warmth for many people, but all of this festivity takes preparation and planning. This is no less true when it comes to enjoying the season with hearing aids. Holiday parties can be noisy endeavors with a lot of entertainment and background noise. Now is a great time to learn how … Read More
PROTECTING YOUR DEVICES AND YOUR HEARING ALL YEAR LONG
If you live in a cold, wet or snowy climate, the winter weather can do a number on all of your devices. This includes hearing devices, so special care should be taken during the colder season to adequately protect your hearing aids and your hearing. Here are a few things to keep in mind as winter approaches. Earmuffs Are Your … Read More
HOW TO EXPLAIN HEARING LOSS TO THE GRANDCHILDREN
If you have young grandchildren, you know they have questions about everything. Everywhere you go, an inquisitive mind is watching, and they learn by asking questions and listening to what we tell them. If you have hearing loss it is natural for your grandchildren to ask questions and be curious about your hearing devices, and that they may not fully … Read More