Odds are good that you’re familiar with online shopping. Nowadays, even hearing aids are available for purchase online! That’s right—companies like Bose and Walgreens began offering online purchase for hearing aids (in certain states) this year. So, if you can purchase your hearing aids online, then you no longer need to go to your hearing… Continue reading Here’s Why You Need an In-Person Hearing Test (Even Though You May Be Able to Buy Hearing Aids Online)
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2021 Academy Scholar from the American Academy of Audiology
Dr. Rellinger and Dr. Sharp both achieved the status of 2021 Academy Scholar from the American Academy of Audiology! Both Dr. Rellinger and Dr. Sharp continue to maintain their prior Academy Scholar status due to their dedication to the field of audiology and their commitment to continued professional excellence. 2021 Academy Scholars completed a minimum… Continue reading 2021 Academy Scholar from the American Academy of Audiology
Considering Traveling by Plane This Summer? Here is Some Information About Air Travel and Ear Pain (and what you can do to avoid it).
Many of us didn’t travel much in 2020, especially by airplane. It can be exciting to think about flying to a new destination (or an old favorite) again soon, but air travel isn’t all sunshine and flowers. For one thing, you never know how long the security line will be at the airport. Then there’s… Continue reading Considering Traveling by Plane This Summer? Here is Some Information About Air Travel and Ear Pain (and what you can do to avoid it).
1 in 20 People Has Disabling Hearing Loss. Are You One of Them?
Imagine you decide to throw a party and you invite 20 of your closest friends and family members. Statistically speaking, it is likely that when those 20 people are in the room, at least one of them has disabling hearing loss. That is what the World Health Organization (WHO) found in a recent study: more… Continue reading 1 in 20 People Has Disabling Hearing Loss. Are You One of Them?
Think You May Have Hearing Loss? Here Is What To Do
477 million: that’s the number of people worldwide who live with hearing loss. Among people 75 and older, nearly half have hearing loss. These numbers make it clear that hearing loss is far from uncommon, and it can happen to anyone. So, if you think you might have hearing loss, what should you do? Here are six… Continue reading Think You May Have Hearing Loss? Here Is What To Do
New Study Confirms Link Between COVID-19 and Symptoms of Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Vertigo
Now that we have been dealing with the global COVID-19 pandemic for over a year now, you have probably learned that symptoms of COVID can vary from person to person. Some people experience difficulty breathing, while others only suffer from a loss of taste or smell. Some people experience nausea or vomiting, while others have… Continue reading New Study Confirms Link Between COVID-19 and Symptoms of Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Vertigo
Do You Have a Stubborn Loved One? Here’s How to Help Them Wear Hearing Aids.
It probably is not news to you that some people can be very stubborn and set in their ways. This can be especially true of older people who do not want to wear hearing aids—and may not even want to acknowledge that they are experiencing hearing loss. If you have a loved one who needs… Continue reading Do You Have a Stubborn Loved One? Here’s How to Help Them Wear Hearing Aids.
How Does Hearing Loss Affect Men and Women Differently?
Hearing loss doesn’t discriminate—it can affect anyone of any age or any race. But does hearing loss affect men and women equally? According to the latest research and surveys, yes. This data shows that more men than women are affected by hearing loss—with rates of hearing loss being nearly twice as high in men than… Continue reading How Does Hearing Loss Affect Men and Women Differently?
Introducing Dr. Sharp
We are pleased to announce that Lacey Sharp, Au.D. joined our practice in January and is currently accepting new patients. “I am very excited to welcome Dr. Sharp to our practice,” said Erin Rellinger, Au.D. “She provides a great blend of top-notch clinical education and hearing aid experience with a strong passion for personalized care.… Continue reading Introducing Dr. Sharp
Is There A Connection Between Hearing Health And Heart Health? Yes!
You may have heard the phrase, “Nothing happens in a vacuum,” before. But have you heard the entire quote? In full, the quote from Khaled Hosseini says, “Nothing happens in a vacuum in life: every action has a series of consequences, and sometimes it takes a long time to fully understand the consequences of our… Continue reading Is There A Connection Between Hearing Health And Heart Health? Yes!