Hearing loss affects almost 30 million Americans, but many who are affected don’t seek help. Why? People often don’t seek the support they need because of societal stigma. The shame surrounding hearing loss persists due to ageism and negative self-perception. Luckily, those affected are currently fighting the stigma and encouraging people to seek care. Ageism […]
Tinnitus can be a complex condition to manage, but with proper care, you can effectively identify the cause of this condition and regulate it appropriately. Before pinpointing the cause of your tinnitus, it’s essential to understand this disorder. What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is common for nearly 20% of people—those suffering from this ailment experience frequent […]
Jobsites can contain a variety of occupational hazards. Many industries combat these hazards with safety programs, but noise and hearing conservation are often neglected. Hearing loss from job-related noise exposure happens to more than 20,000 workers annually. To protect your workers and reduce your liability, you’ll need a hearing conservation program for your business. But […]
As we get older, our hearing wanes. This decline is perfectly natural but can be frustrating for families. It’s not uncommon to see parents who refuse hearing aids, but there are ways you can convince parents who need hearing aids to act and get the help they need. Do Your Parents Need Hearing Aids? Before […]
Wax and Hearing Loss Cerumen (earwax) is a natural substance that keeps harmful debris and bacteria from your ear canal. Buildup can occur when this substance doesn’t correctly dry up and fall out of your ears. Multiple symptoms like dizziness, ringing in the ears, and pain can flare up when this happens. Everyone will experience […]
Blood Pressure and Your Ears Nearly 75 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure, and that number grows steadily every year. With hypertension comes symptoms like headaches, fatigue, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. But there is one consequence of high blood pressure that is rarely discussed: hearing loss. Hearing loss is devastating for those afflicted; […]
Why We Need Prevention According to statistics from the CDC, nearly 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss. With so many people affected, we must take measures to curb hearing loss for future generations. But how can we know the culprit of this problem? Luckily, multiple organizations conduct studies every year on noise-induced hearing loss. […]
Verdict: Can High Stress Lead to Hearing Loss? You may only associate hearing loss with getting older or being exposed to loud noises, but the reality is that those are far from the only causes. As it turns out, stress can lead to hearing loss in adults. We shouldn’t be surprised; stress has been linked […]
Can I Buy Hearing Aids Online? People ask us if we recommend buying hearing aids online, and the answer is always disappointing. The bottom line—like most things in life—is that it depends on the situation. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to your hearing, and people need different solutions based on various factors. The web is suitable […]
Addressing Hidden Hearing Loss Thousands of Americans are suffering from hearing loss, and as we get older, that hearing loss can have profound effects on our mental health. But it can be difficult to know when you need to address the problem. Some people can go years without realizing that their problems need to be […]
