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There are a lot of misconceptions out there about hearing loss, hearing aids and what you may or may not be able to do with them.  The worry over how life may look different often prevents people from getting hearing aids in the first place. In fact, of the millions affected by hearing loss, it… Continue reading The 3 Best Kinds of Headphones To Use with Hearing Aids

“Listen to your heart.” This timeless phrase could also read “ take care of your heart, so you will be able to hear.” There is a distinct connection between your ability to hear and your cardiovascular health. Be aware that every step you take for heart wellness also benefits your hearing health. Good cardiovascular health… Continue reading Be Good to Your Heart, and Your Hearing Will Thank You

Summer is all around us with vacations, barbeques, swimming and lazing around basking in the glorious sun and good vibes. During these long days of sunshine and travel, it’s important to remember to care for your hearing aids. Like our other valuable electronics — cell phones, laptops, etc. – hearing aids need protection from the… Continue reading Vacationing with Hearing Aids

Over-the-counter hearing aids may be on the horizon if proposed legislation, sponsored by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), passes.  The legislation, currently in discussion on Capitol Hill, would approve the sale of over-the-counter hearing aids, regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These alternatives to traditional hearing aids available through an audiologist or hearing aid… Continue reading The Hidden Cost of Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

  Thanks to researchers at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, there is now a new and much more accurate way to identify hearing loss, especially hearing loss that has previously gone undiagnosed by traditional hearing tests. It is estimated that over 37 million American adults have some level of hearing loss, but according… Continue reading This New Test Can Uncover Hidden Hearing Loss

  If you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss, chances are you’ve worked with a hearing health care provider to find the best hearing aid for you and your lifestyle. Whether it’s a hearing device loaded with features like Bluetooth connectivity, tinnitus masker and data log or a more basic model that helps you meet your… Continue reading How to Recycle Hearing Aids and Hearing Aid Batteries

  Nutrition is big news these days and for good reason. It’s a powerful component of a healthy lifestyle from cardiovascular health to reduced risk of cancer to hearing health. It’s not just health experts and researchers that are tuned into the benefits of nutritious foods either. According to the most recent survey from the… Continue reading 10 Foods to Eat for Healthier Hearing

  Without a doubt, there are many things that we take for granted in life. Running water, readily available food at the corner store or restaurant, phones in the palm of our hand to make communication fast and easy and now even WiFi wherever we go. It is when we lose these things that we… Continue reading Living with Hearing Loss

Imagine the shock of waking up in the morning to find your hearing is gone. The scenario described is not a nightmare but a relatively common condition known as a sudden hearing loss (SHL). This medical emergency requires immediate attention, affects all age groups, and is most common with those in their fifties and beyond.… Continue reading Sudden Hearing Loss and What You Need to Know About It

It’s been ingrained in us to visit a dentist or eye doctor regularly to maintain the health of our bodies, but less emphasis tends to be placed on the health of our hearing. No matter your age or general health, a visit to a hearing healthcare provider can keep you aware of any changes in… Continue reading Life Can Be Loud: Tips For Hearing Loss Prevention