Viruses can lead to longer-term issues, including hearing loss
/With the “sickness season” upon us, there’s no better time to explore the association between hearing loss and COVID-19, an ongoing health issue in the U.S.
Read MoreHow age-related hearing loss can impact our independence
/The latest hearing technology is not only designed to help wearers hear and communicate better (even when background noise is present) and increase awareness of their listening environment—but also assist with functional independence, specifically.
Read MoreExploring the impact of untreated hearing loss on physical well-being
/Leaving hearing loss untreated indeed has the potential to impact our physical well-being. But monitoring our hearing health and getting help for our hearing loss sooner rather than later can make a tremendous difference.
Read MoreFour ways hearing aids can help with self-care this holiday season
/Self-care involves not only looking after your physical and mental well-being, but also making them a priority.
Read MoreHow hearing aids can protect against age-related health issues
/By getting help with our hearing loss sooner rather than later, we can keep our brains active, engaged, and processing sound—whether it’s our conversation with a dinner companion, an instruction from our community education teacher, or the hum of our refrigerator.
Read MoreTop 5 things to feel thankful for with better hearing
/Whether it’s asking for what we need from the grocer, sharing a recipe idea over the phone, resolving a disagreement with our spouse over watching “the big game” during dinner, or intently listening to a Bluey recap from our tiniest guest: improving our communication through hearing aids helps us continue to engage with others, express ourselves, and function in daily life.
Read MoreNew guidelines alert physicians of the importance of screening for hearing loss
/Whether we think we may have hearing loss (of any type) or even if we’re unsure, we should tell our physician. They can refer us to a licensed hearing care professional who will have the equipment and expertise to evaluate our hearing and counsel us through treatment options, if needed.
Read MoreVeteran’s Day spotlight on the most common health issues veterans face
/The prevalence of hearing loss among servicepeople is why treatment for hearing loss and tinnitus is available for veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (often referred to as “VA”).
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