Family Thanksgiving gatherings are a time of storytelling, laughter, and, of course, giving thanks. It also provides a perfect caring environment to address essential health concerns, including hearing loss. With family members gathered around, this holiday can be a perfect moment to initiate a conversation about hearing difficulties and encourage finding solutions. Preparing for a […]
There are numerous possible causes of fatigue, everything from the inability to sleep at night to respiratory issues like sleep apnea. But there is something more common that can also cause fatigue and that’s hearing loss. In part, that’s because hearing loss can be a slow-moving, subtle condition. You might find yourself continuously fatigued for […]
For many individuals, the thought of hearing loss triggers fear and anxiety. It can be an intimidating thought that you may not be capable of hearing your world, and the fear that can result might stop many from seeking the help they need. However, anxiety about hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from finding […]
Hearing loss often starts out subtly. You may dismiss your need for people to repeat themselves as them mumbling or background noise. But as you think about this moment, a question arises: Am I losing my hearing? It will be easier to identify whether your own hearing is changing by understanding the sounds that go […]
Hearing is a vital part of a professional musician’s livelihood and art, not only a mere sense. However, many musicians still think that hearing loss is just an unavoidable consequence of practicing their craft. This is both an antiquated and unhealthy frame of mind. Luckily, this detrimental attitude is being challenged by growing awareness and […]
If you find yourself struggling to fall asleep as a result of bothersome noises, earplugs might provide a simple and effective solution. By inserting a pair of earplugs before you go to bed, you can considerably decrease or completely block out sounds that otherwise disrupt your ability to rest. With a variety of earplugs on […]
As our family members age, specific changes in their health can be expected. One of the most common issues they may encounter is hearing loss. As reported by the National Institutes of Health, around one in three individuals between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from some degree of hearing loss. And for people […]
Most individuals think that as they age hearing loss will be inescapable. The progressive decline in hearing isn’t just a outcome of time passing but a consequence of accumulated damage. Irreversible hearing loss accumulates with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Perilously, this problem isn’t limited to older adults; even […]
It might seem as if the roots of noise-induced hearing loss are functionally well-established. After all, the name itself suggests a fairly straightforward cause-and-effect relationship. The common understanding is simply that loud sounds damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, leading to long-term and irreversible hearing loss. And while that’s accurate, the mechanisms underpinning that […]
Experiencing an itch in your inner ear can be very uncomfortable and distracting. Before you put your finger or an object into your ear in an attempt to scratch the itch, you should be aware of the underlying cause. Identifying the safest and most effective way to handle the itch depends on determining the underlying […]
