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Can High Blood Pressure Affect Hearing Loss?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can lead to serious health conditions such as a heart attack or stroke. It also can increase your risk of hearing loss. Hypertension Increases Age-Related Hearing Loss One study found that high blood pressure accelerated age-related hearing loss in people between the ages of 45 and 64. The…
Thyroid Cancer is on the Rise in Women: Signs and Symptoms to Watch For
The rate of thyroid cancer in the United States has increased over the last several decades, and women are more likely to be diagnosed than men. Why Are Thyroid Cancer Rates Higher in Women? Thyroid cancer patients most commonly tend to be women between the ages of 30-60. Thyroid disorders, in general, are more common…
Protect Your Hearing While You Rock Out: Why You Should Wear Earplugs at Concerts
Exposure to loud noise is one of the leading causes of hearing loss. This can include noises from riding motorcycles, hunting and going to rock concerts. The good news is that there are ways to protect your hearing while still getting to participate in all the activities you enjoy. What is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? Repeated…
Questions to Ask Your Audiologist to Better Understand Your Hearing Loss
If you’ve been exhibiting signs of hearing loss and finally scheduled a hearing test, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step toward better hearing health. Now, you might be wondering what to expect and what questions you should ask. In this post, we’ve got you covered – read on to learn the best questions to ask…
Thyroidectomy: What to Expect
A thyroidectomy is the surgical removal of some or all of the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the throat that produces hormones. The thyroid’s main job is to regulate your body’s metabolism. Surgery may be necessary in cases of thyroid cancer, symptomatic goiter or hyperthyroidism. Below we review what to expect from a thyroidectomy….
Tuning in to the Link Between Music and Memory
Most all of us have had the experience of hearing a song and being transported back to another time. Music has the ability to elicit strong memories and trigger images and feelings of specific events. Researchers have tested this phenomenon and confirmed the power of music to trigger vivid memories. Music and Memory Connection A…