Hearing is one of our most essential senses, connecting us to loved ones, the world around us, and even ourselves. When issues like earwax buildup threaten that connection, it's natural to have questions.
Age-related hearing loss is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. For many people, age-related hearing loss occurs as a gradual reduction in [...]
Noise-induced hearing loss is a specific type that can be temporary or permanent in nature and can affect one or both ears. It occurs when [...]
It’s estimated that 48 million Americans are experiencing some degree of hearing loss. Nevertheless, it can be quite difficult to find a reliable and reputable [...]
For as long as there have been people, there has been hearing loss. But it wasn’t until the 17th century that the first hearing assistive [...]
As an audiologist, I have seen firsthand how, for many people, hearing is not only essential for communication – it’s also linked to their overall [...]
Medical science has made significant strides in comprehending the interplay between different aspects of our health. And in recent years, one emerging area of interest [...]
Premature hearing loss is not solely caused by noise; however, it plays a significant role. Imagine excessive noise, such as a severe storm—soundwaves, like gale-force [...]
One big part of hearing health is preserving the hearing you have — regardless of whether you have a hearing loss. Here are some empowering [...]
Over-the-counter hearing aids (also known as “OTCs” or “OTC hearing aids”) hit the market in the fall of 2022. How are they different from traditional [...]
No matter how long you’ve been using hearing technology, there are still ways you can maximize their potential. We’ve collected five tips to help you [...]
A hearing evaluation isn’t the same thing you experienced at elementary school. Sure, we’ll do that test, too. But it’s just one part of a [...]
Hearing loss can happen to anyone — not just people over 55 or rock concert enthusiasts. Anything from earwax buildup to autoimmune disorders can cause [...]
Hearing technology is leaps and bounds beyond what it was even a generation ago. Today’s hearing aids are mini-supercomputers. But don’t let that scare you [...]