Exposure to noise for prolonged periods poses a serious risk to your auditory health, especially in settings where the sound intensity goes beyond safety thresholds. Protecting your ears is paramount—not only for preventing hearing loss but also for keeping focus in noisy environments. The question then is, how do you decide the best level of […]
At its core, Thanksgiving revolves around eating together, loved ones, and engaging in conversation. A loved one with hearing loss, even when surrounded by caring family, can easily feel disconnected during the meal. While one might hesitate, a holiday setting is often an ideal, supportive time to begin a sensitive conversation about hearing health. Why […]
Did you ever pass a hearing evaluation with normal results, only to discover you still have trouble following conversations, especially in loud places like restaurants, large groups, or busy workplaces? If so, you’re not imagining things. It’s possible you have hidden hearing loss, a hearing issue that conventional screening methods cannot detect. This type of […]
Noise is a ubiquitous factor in our daily lives. Whether it’s lawnmowers, heavy traffic, or our own headphones, the aural world has intensified. The growing volume of sound poses a serious risk to your auditory health unless precautions are taken. As October marks National Protect Your Hearing Month, it serves as an ideal period to […]
Why is it harder to hear women’s and children’s voices? As proof, perhaps you have noticed that some men say they can’t hear their wives’ voices when they are repeating the “to-do” list. That’s a joke, but it is rather common for people to struggle to hear the voices of women and children. Let’s find […]
Autumn is one of the best times of the year. Imagine yourself sitting back and enjoying the sounds– children laughing on Halloween, the leaves crunching as you walk, the fire crackling, and your loved ones around the table at Thanksgiving. Now imagine that you can’t hear those things or that they are muted. Missing out […]
Are you finding that you’re consistently having to boost the volume on your television to a louder level than you usually would? Perhaps you often request that people repeat what they have said. While these signs may seem like minor aggravations, they could indicate the early stages of hearing loss. But here’s something you might […]
Hearing loss often starts out with slight, almost imperceptible changes that can be easy to miss. Typically, it is loved ones who are the first to notice and bring attention to a person’s hearing problem. While children are regularly tested, many adults do not think about scheduling a hearing test like they would for their […]
For parents of newborns, learning that their baby has hearing loss will feel overwhelming and discouraging. But the bright side is: With early diagnosis and intervention, babies with hearing loss can thrive. Yes, they can even cultivate language, communication skills, and strong relationships with the world around them, leading to a dynamic, rewarding life! Hearing […]
When a child struggles to follow instructions, confuses words that have similar sounds, or seems distracted in noisy places, parents may wonder if hearing loss is the issue. But in some situations, the problem may not be with the ears at all: It could be a condition called auditory processing disorder (APD). Although hearing loss […]
