Tips For Dating With Hearing Loss
Tackling the dating scene comes with its set of hurdles, and for individuals experiencing hearing loss, these challenges can become more pronounced. Approximately 15% of adults in the U.S. report some degree of hearing difficulty, making hearing loss a shared experience for many. Hearing loss can complicate conversations, especially in locations with background noise, such…
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…
What To Know About High-Frequency Hearing Loss in Children
High-frequency hearing loss refers to challenges in discerning higher-pitched tones and often stems from damage to the inner ear’s delicate hair cells. This condition is not limited by age, affecting both the young and old. In fact, research indicates that up to 14.2% of children, who had a habit using personal music devices, are found…
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…
Start Off the New Year by Managing Your Tinnitus
Tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing or buzzing noise in the ears, can be more than just an annoyance, it can significantly impact your quality of life. It’s estimated that about 10% of Americans, or around 25 million people, have experienced tinnitus episodes lasting for at least five minutes within the past year….
What to Know About Humidity and Hearing Aids
Sitting by the water at Fort Lee Historic Park is the perfect way to spend an autumn day. Although there are many perks to living by the water, high humidity is one aspect to consider when wearing hearing aids. How Do Hearing Aids Work? Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. The…
Can Loud Toys Damage Hearing?
When thinking about the safety of a children’s toy, we often consider whether an object is too sharp or too heavy, but what about too loud? Some toys can reach volumes that may be harmful to your child’s hearing and cause problems down the road. The Risk Loud Noise Poses to Your Hearing Exposure to…
What to Know About Acoustic Neuromas
Acoustic neuromas are noncancerous, slow-growing tumors on the vestibular nerve, the main inner ear nerve responsible for sending balance information to the brain. Also called vestibular schwannomas, acoustic neuromas arise when Schwann cells wrap around or cover the vestibular nerve. Although acoustic neuromas are noncancerous, large or quickly growing neuromas can press against the brain…
Safety Tips for People with Hearing Loss
Living with hearing loss is an adjustment, and it can affect multiple aspects of your life, including your safety. The good news is that there are plenty of steps you can take to keep yourself and your home safe when you have hearing loss. Use Hearing Aids to Hear Important Sounds Did you know that…