Navigating Restaurants With Hearing Loss: Tips For A Better Dining Experience
Sometimes, cooking doesn’t feel worth the effort. When that’s the case, dining out is the perfect solution. However, dining out with hearing loss often comes with its own challenges. The Challenge Of Dining Out With Hearing Loss When you walk into a busy restaurant, the clamor of clinking glasses, silverware, chatting families and music fills…
Understanding Conductive Hearing Loss: Causes and Management
Being diagnosed with hearing loss can be overwhelming, but understanding the type and cause of your condition is the first step toward effective treatment. Conductive hearing loss, which affects the outer or middle ear, is one of the three main types of hearing loss, alongside sensorineural and mixed. Let’s explore the common causes of conductive…
How Does Hearing Change Over Time?
Our hearing ability allows us to communicate and stay engaged with others. However, as we age, our hearing ability naturally declines due to a condition known as presbycusis. Understanding why this happens and recognizing the signs can help manage and mitigate its effects, maintaining a better quality of life. What is Presbycusis? Presbycusis, also known…
How to Accept Your Hearing Loss
Approximately one in 10 people in the United States live with some degree of hearing loss. Accepting your hearing loss can be an empowering experience that paves the way for effective treatment and improved quality of life. Three Tips for Accepting Your Hearing Loss Accepting your hearing loss may take some time. A few ways…
Understanding Permanent and Temporary Tinnitus
Tinnitus is characterized by a ringing or buzzing in the ear with no external source. It is often a symptom of underlying conditions rather than a standalone disorder and affects approximately 50 million people in the United States. Side Effects of Tinnitus Tinnitus can have several side effects, including: Causes of Temporary and Permanent Tinnitus…
Active Listening Strategies for People with Hearing Loss
Active listening is a valuable skill that involves fully engaging in a conversation to understand the speaker better. This is particularly beneficial, as approximately 20% of the global population experiences some form of hearing loss. For them, active listening isn’t just a good habit; it’s a vital technique to enhance communication. Enhancing Communication with Active…
Coping with Worsening Tinnitus: Understanding Causes and Finding Relief
Tinnitus, the perception of ringing or buzzing in the ears, is a prevalent issue affecting approximately 50 million people in the United States. While some may experience it infrequently and without much bother, it can become a constant companion for others. Tinnitus is not a static condition. While you may have previously experienced it in…
Understanding Noise Pollution and Its Impact on Hearing Health
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, we often find ourselves surrounded by constant noise from the rumble of traffic to the hum of household appliances. While we may not always pay it much attention, the cumulative effect of these noises can profoundly impact our hearing health. This constant noise is known as noise…
Tips for Engaging With Hearing Loss in 2024
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. However, only 16% of people between 20 and 69 who need hearing aids use them. One of the main reasons those who need hearing aids don’t use them is lack of awareness about hearing loss and the benefits of treatment. By educating ourselves about its…
Omega-3 and Hearing Health: What Is the Connection?
The American Heart Association recommends eating fish high in Omega-3 fatty acids twice a week to help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. While the heart-healthy benefits of fatty fish have long since been touted, research suggests Omega-3 fatty acids may also have a positive impact on your hearing. How Are Omega-3 Fatty…