There are always new discoveries being made within the realm of health and well-being, and recently a disquieting realization has emerged: untreated hearing loss can significantly affect one's cognitive well-being. Numerous studies have been supporting this link, and...
Hearing aid technology is advancing quickly these days. This rate of change can be both exciting and maybe a bit intimidating if you aren’t up to speed on the latest developments. That’s why I’m writing this piece today. I want you to understand how today’s newest...
You might wonder why an audiologist would offer screenings for cognitive ability in a hearing clinic, and the truth is that brain health and hearing go hand in hand. Studies since the late ’80s have reported that hearing loss is related to the decline of cognitive...
Achieving better hearing requires much more than great technology; it requires a long-term relationship with somebody that has helped hundreds of others to achieve the outcome that you’re looking for. It needs somebody that can be by your side for the long haul,...
Now that socialization is becoming more normal again, I’ve been getting questions about how to help relatives who have hearing loss feel more included and less alone during the holiday season. The NIDCD says that only 30% of people over 70 with a hearing loss have...
Enjoying the sounds you love becomes all too familiar until that joy is taken away. We live in a beautiful state where there are so many sounds to take in, but if you’re like the 50 million Americans who suffer from persistent ringing in the ears – the only thing you...
An OTC device is a type of hearing aid that will soon be available to purchase over the counter (OTC) without having to see a licensed hearing professional beforehand. These devices will be US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved and regulated. These devices...
Most people would say their hearing is "fine," but many of the signs of early hearing loss are easy to miss and explain away. Because of this and the reluctance to accept aging, people wait 7 to 10 years on average before they get a hearing assessment. This makes me...
Better hearing does more than reconnect you with family, friends, and the world around you. Treating your hearing loss also reduces the risk of developing cognitive issues such as poor recall and dementia. Getting help for hearing loss improves your balance and...
“If I had a hearing problem, I’d be the first to know.” You might have heard this if you have tried to encourage someone near you to seek help for their hearing loss. Because it comes on so slowly, spouses, family, friends, and co-workers usually notice hearing loss...
