Stay Safe This Fourth of July
Coronavirus safety concerns have led to a lot of cancelled plans this summer, and this includes public fireworks displays. These cancellations have led to a major uptick in firework purchases by people wanting to host their own displays at home, according to owner of Fireworks Masters, Kevin Carpenter. “Business started early, and it has doubled…
Tips for Living with Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the sensation of ringing, buzzing, hissing or whistling in the ears with no external sound source. Approximately 15-20 percent of the population is affected by tinnitus. While for some it is a minor nuisance, for others it is debilitating. There is no cure for tinnitus, but fortunately there are techniques to help find…
Why Hearing Aids Make Good Financial Sense
Despite the fact that 90-95 percent of people with mild to severe hearing loss can benefit from wearing hearing aids, only about one in five actually does. One major reason people cite for delaying treatment is the financial cost of hearing aids. However, investing in hearing aids is a wise financial decision that should not…
Importance of Wearing Hearing Aids at Home
Hearing aids improve communication in a wide variety of listening environments, from the workplace to restaurants and movie theaters to religious institutions. With many such environments being closed due to COVID-19, most people have spent a majority of their time at home. Even when you’re not spending time in public spaces, it’s important to be…
The Degrees of Hearing Loss
Your hearing ability is measured in two ways: volume and frequency. Volume, or loudness, is measured in decibels (dB) and frequency, or pitch, is measured in hertz (Hz). As hearing loss progresses, it tends to become more difficult to hear sounds that are low in volume (like rustling leaves) and those high in frequency (like…
Can Exercise Cause Hearing Loss?
There’s no doubt that exercise has a myriad of benefits for the body and mind. But if you’re not careful while you work out, you can hurt yourself – including your hearing. Below is an overview of the risks of certain types of exercises associated with hearing loss. Weightlifting and Hearing Loss Heavy exertion caused…
How You Should Clean Your Ears
Earwax, known medically as cerumen, is a naturally occurring substance that lubricates and protects the ear canal by trapping debris and bacteria. While natural jaw movements during talking and chewing help earwax work its way out, sometimes it can become impacted. Below is a guide for safely removing impacted earwax. When to Remove Earwax Earwax…
Which Instruments Put Your Hearing Most at Risk?
Noise induced hearing loss is caused by exposure to loud sounds over an extended period of time. Working in construction or at a night club can put your ears at risk, but did you ever think about the dangerous environment for musicians playing in an orchestra? Study on the Loudest Instruments A study conducted by…
Surprising Factors that Can Affect Your Hearing
We all know that the natural aging process and listening to excessively loud music can cause hearing loss. However, there are many other factors that can affect your hearing. Below is a list of ways you may be putting your hearing risk. Blood-Related Conditions High blood pressure, high cholesterol and both types of diabetes affect…
Preventing Hearing Loss Caused by Earbuds
Thanks to personal music players and smartphones, it’s become easier than ever to take your music or podcasts on-the-go. But there are real dangers associated with bad listening habits. If you’re not careful, your headphones or earbuds can cause permanent hearing loss. Below is a guide for safe listening so you can prevent noise-induced hearing…