Surprisingly, about 20% of all ear infections happen to adults. The common idea is that ear infections are something that usually impact children. And it’s true that ear infections are more common in kids, but they also happen frequently in adults. Ear infections can be especially unpleasant for individuals who have hearing loss because they […]
Remember way back when we used to refer to audiobooks as “books on tape”? Nowadays we have digital streaming services and the term “audiobooks” has become the familiar term. Audiobooks allow you to enjoy literature while on the go without having to sit down and actually read. Audiobooks: a contemporary approach to reading With audiobooks, […]
Many people have strong recollections of a cherished family pet. Cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and a wide variety of other animals can enrich our lives, and even, in some situations, become close companions. For people who have hearing loss, pets can provide added benefits that improve symptom management and quality of life. In some cases, […]
In the modern digital age, shopping online has become a norm. The Internet supplies a wide range of products, from household goods to technology and even hearing aids. At first glimpse, it might seem like a great idea to buy hearing aids online, particularly when they come with an attractively low price point. However, before […]
Socializing with friends and family and communicating with co-workers can be negatively influenced by even mild hearing loss, and this also includes day-to-day activities like shopping. But transformative changes can be introduced by the use of properly tuned hearing aids. Top ten reasons to invest in hearing aids While the chief benefit of hearing aids […]
A miracle cure that can help increase your lifespan is something pretty much everyone would want. As a matter of fact, a quick internet search will likely return thousands of such miracle cures (if not more), each promising to help you have a longer life thanks to one simple trick. Pretty much all of these […]
Love of the open road and the thrill of speed top the list of reasons why people love riding motorcycles. However, if you’re a passionate rider, you should be aware of a substantial risk: research has linked this thrilling hobby to permanent hearing damage. The impact of motorcycle speed and riding duration on hearing health […]
Physically, you will usually get several years out of your hearing aids, but as your degree of hearing loss changes, your hearing aids could need an upgrade. Getting routine hearing assessments is key to making sure your hearing aids are programmed and fit properly. Assuming appropriate programming and fitting, here’s a guideline for their longevity. […]
These days, the mobile phone network is a lot more reliable (and there’s a lot less static involved). But sometimes, it will still be challenging to hear what the person on the other end is saying. As a matter of fact, there’s one group for whom phone conversations aren’t always a positive experience: those with […]
It most likely seems like a simple thing to take care of your hearing aids. When you first obtained your hearing aids, you most likely got a set of care instructions, after all. Most hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step how-to in regard to routine hearing aid maintenance. But it’s quite likely that you […]
