The human body has some amazing and surprising abilities. Scratches, cuts, and broken bones are generally no problem for the human body to repair (I mean, sure, it takes a while, but your body can actually mend the giant bones in your legs and arms with little more than some time and a splint). But […]
If you’ve got hearing aids, you should be capable of hearing, right? When they aren’t working right, it can be extremely frustrating, it’s a total “You had ONE job” situation. Fortunately, your hearing aids should have no issue doing their job if you properly maintain them. Before you do anything drastic, look at this list. […]
With chronic tinnitus, it’s not the ringing in your ears that’s the actual issue. It’s the constant never ending ringing, that’s the real issue. Initially, this may be a mild noise that’s not much more than a bit annoying. But after a day or a week or a month, that buzzing or ringing can become […]
Researchers at the famed Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) might have cracked the code on one of hearing’s most bewildering mysteries, and the insight could result in the overhauling of the design of future hearing aids. The long standing notion that voices are singled out by neural processing has been debunked by an MIT study. […]
Technology is evolving into smarter, more powerful, and smaller devices. In general, the trend is that devices do more and take up less space. So it’s no surprise that hearing aids are no exception. Though hearing problems have a variety of causes, hearing problems are more common among older people, and the world’s population is […]
For individuals who have hearing loss, the phrase “music to my ears” may have a completely new meaning. Researchers at the University of Helsinki and the University College London analyzed the effects of musical experiences on hearing loss in children and the outcome of the study highlighted the effect and benefit obtained by exposing people […]
The air filled with the sweet smells of cinnamon and nutmeg. Brightly colored lights of blue, red, and green fill your home with a festive spirit. Grandchildren dancing, singing, and playing as you continue catching up with your brother, sister, cousins, and children. You don’t want to miss any of this memorable occasion. Are you […]
The holidays are upon us, and big family gatherings and meals in crowded restaurants can prove especially tough for people with hearing loss. Not only do multiple people often talk at the same time in these situations, but they also raise their voices to be heard over each other. It becomes even more difficult for […]
Susan always knew that when she retired she would be living an active lifestyle. At 68, she’s now been to over a dozen countries and has lots more on her list. On any given day, you might find her enjoying the lake, exploring a new hiking trail with the grandkids, or volunteering at the local […]
You likely already know that smoking isn’t good for you and neither are things like leading a sedentary lifestyle. But did you know there’s intriguing research revealing a connection between untreated hearing loss and early death? Of course, life expectancy varies widely. Access to healthcare, where you live, type of work, gender, and access to […]
