Have you ever been in the middle of the roadway and your car breaks down? That really stinks! You have to pull your car safely to the side of the road. And then, for whatever reason, you probably open your hood and take a look at your engine. Humorously, you still do this even though […]
There are three types of people in the world: those who are very interested and fascinated by history, those whose eyes glaze over and they start to fall asleep when history is discussed, and people who think that aliens are responsible for history. Aliens aren’t behind the history of hearing aids. But it’s most likely […]
As we age, we all know that hearing loss and specific mental health challenges can progress in spite of a healthy, active lifestyle. And a strong link between the two has been recognized by scientists which should never be dismissed. So keep that hearing aid turned on. Depression is two times as likely in individuals […]
Have you ever had an itch that you just couldn’t scratch? Okay, there are two ways to consider it: First, you consider something you always wanted to do with your life but you never got around to (skydiving, for example). Or, if you’re a little less of a romantic, you consider that spot on your […]
Musicians are cool! They bring so much happiness to our lives with their performances. But music is so much more powerful when it’s loud, and that can be a hearing hazard. The musicians themselves are at an increased risk of hearing damage since they are subjected to loud music just about every day. Whether your […]
Self-diagnosing hearing loss is virtually impossible. For instance, you can’t really put your ear next to a speaker and effectively evaluate what you hear. So getting your hearing tested will be vital in understanding what’s going on with your hearing. But there’s no need to worry or stress because a hearing test is about as […]
The majority of people don’t want to discuss the effect hearing loss has on relationships, even though it’s a problem many people deal with. Hearing loss can create communication hurdles that lead to misunderstandings and aggravation for both partners. This is the perfect time for you to express your love and appreciation for your loved […]
Have you ever purchased one of those “one size fits all” t-shirts only to be dismayed (and shocked) when the shirt doesn’t, in fact, fit as advertised? It’s kind of a bummer, right? There aren’t really very many “one size fits all” with anything in the real world. That’s a fact with t-shirts and it’s […]
Are you forgetting something? It isn’t your imagination. It really is getting more difficult to remember things in everyday life. Memory loss seems to develop fairly quickly once it’s noticed. It becomes more debilitating the more aware of it you become. Did you know memory loss is linked to hearing loss? And no, this isn’t […]
It’s essential to educate yourself about hearing loss, especially if you or somebody you know is coping with it. When you have accurate knowledge, you can steer clear of making bad decisions and will be better able to cope with your condition. Here are some popular myths to ignore when suffering from minor hearing loss. […]
