How Hearing Aids Use New Technology to Help You Hear Better in Crowds
Crowded places can be a difficult hearing environment for everyone and especially difficult for those with hearing loss. While hearing aids make it easier to pick up sounds in any environment, standard or older models still have some limitations in crowded places. The good news is that hearing aid technology is always advancing, and new…
Technology May Put Kids & Teens at Risk for Hearing Loss
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “An estimated 12.5% of children and adolescents aged 6–19 years (approximately 5.2 million) have suffered permanent damage to their hearing from excessive exposure to noise.” A potential source of this noise exposure is the technology that entertains them. Below we review how loud sounds cause damage,…
Can Anxiety Cause Tinnitus?
When two conditions occur together, they are said to be comorbidities. A recent study found that one common set of comorbidities is tinnitus and anxiety. We review the link below. What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or humming sound in the ear with no external sound source, especially in…
3 Health Conditions That May Increase Your Risk of Hearing Loss
You probably have heard that certain factors like aging or exposure to loud noise can increase your risk of hearing loss. However, there are several common medical conditions that can increase your risk as well. Diabetes Research has shown that people with diabetes are twice as likely to have hearing loss as those without. This…
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…
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…