Does Hearing Loss Affect Memory?
When you consider the consequences of untreated hearing loss, what do you think of? Many would mention difficulty having conversations in background noise, trouble hearing TV shows, straining to talk on the phone and problems hearing the high-pitch voices of women and children. Research shows that hearing loss can affect more than just your communication…
Does Hearing Loss Impact Mental Acuity?
You’ve probably heard the term “mental acuity” used in conversations about ageing and the elderly. In laymen’s terms, mental acuity may also be referred to as “sharpness of mind,” but it’s a little more complicated than that and involves factors including memory, focus and comprehension. Studies have shown that untreated hearing loss can, in fact,…
Start 2021 with Healthy Hearing
The New Year is a time for a fresh start. Many of us set self-improvement goals around this time of year, especially when it comes to making healthy choices. This year, we’re challenging you to make 2021 the year you make positive steps to care for your hearing health. Left untreated, hearing loss can lead…
How to Virtually Celebrate the Holidays with Hearing Loss
This year’s holidays look a lot different than in previous years. While the CDC recommends limiting travel and avoiding gathering in large groups, there are still ways to stay connected and enjoy the warm smiles of those you love most. If you have hearing loss, it may make it slightly harder to celebrate virtually, which…
Can Cardio Help Your Hearing?
Regular cardiovascular exercise has many benefits, including lowering blood pressure, regulating blood sugar, reducing asthma symptoms, reducing chronic pain, aiding sleep, regulating weight, strengthening the immune system, boosting your mood and improving cognitive performance. But that’s not all it’s good for. Many are surprised to learn that regular cardio can help preserve your hearing health….
Does Aging Cause Hearing Loss?
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss. For those over the age of 75, this number jumps to one in two. Hearing loss caused by the natural aging process is called presbycusis. Why Does Our Hearing…
Is Hearing Loss Common in Service Members?
Exposure to loud noise is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. This can be the result of leisure activities, like attending concerts; chores, like using a leaf blower; or work, like on a military base. Hearing loss that is the result of noise or chemical exposure in the workplace is known as…
Come to Terms with Hearing Loss Through the Grieving Process
Come to Terms with Hearing Loss Through the Grieving Process Grief is intrusive, and there are many ways it can make its way into your life. While many people associate grief with losing a loved one, it can be present after any type of loss, including loss of hearing. The 1969 book On Death and…
Bus & Truck Drivers Have Significant Risk for Hearing Loss
There are certain professions we expect to be at risk for hearing loss: people in the military, those who work at concert venues, musicians, air traffic controllers and construction workers, for example. It may surprise you to learn that recent research has shown that heavy-vehicle drivers, including bus and truck drivers, are also at significant…
How Often Should You Wear Your Hearing Aids?
Since the start of the pandemic, most of us have spent the majority of our time at home. In the peace of your own house, you may feel that it is unnecessary to wear your hearing aids throughout the day. However, audiologists warn against going long periods without wearing your devices. In fact, you should…