Face masks are now required in many public places in Nevada to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. For people who experience hearing loss, face masks add additional challenges. Masks pose three problems for patients with hearing loss: you cannot gain any cues from lipreading, the voice of the person speaking is quiet and distorted,… Continue reading Face Masks and Hearing Aids
Noise Induced Hearing Loss | Protect Your Hearing
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) happens when sounds are too loud, even for a short time, or when they are both loud and long-lasting. Even a small amount of hearing loss can have profound, negative effects on speech, language comprehension, communication, classroom learning, and social development. While there is no cure for permanent hearing loss,… Continue reading Noise Induced Hearing Loss | Protect Your Hearing
How Often Do You Have to Replace a Hearing Aid?
Hearing aids are an incredibly effective yet complicated technology to support and boost your hearing ability. Inside you’ll find advanced microelectronics from wireless radios to computer processors. Much like an older computer, you’ll likely run into a few needed repairs from regular day-to-day usage over the years. Which begs the question: How often do you… Continue reading How Often Do You Have to Replace a Hearing Aid?
Why You Should See an Audiologist (or Ear, Nose, and Throat Physician) for Ear Wax Removal?
When was the last time you had your ears checked? If you answered with “years,” your ears may have accumulated ear wax over time. Not to worry, ear wax is a natural product of human ears that cleans and lubricates them. However, it can be difficult to remove ear wax at home without causing damage… Continue reading Why You Should See an Audiologist (or Ear, Nose, and Throat Physician) for Ear Wax Removal?
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
Do you remember the Life Alert commercials that made famous the phrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? While young people might find those ads rather humorous, falling is no joke. For older people, falling can be a significant fear—and a real risk. Balance naturally declines with age, which makes older people more… Continue reading The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
Do you remember the Life Alert commercials that made famous the phrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? While young people might find those ads rather humorous, falling is no joke. For older people, falling can be a significant fear—and a real risk. Balance naturally declines with age, which makes older people more… Continue reading The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
Do you remember the Life Alert commercials that made famous the phrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? While young people might find those ads rather humorous, falling is no joke. For older people, falling can be a significant fear—and a real risk. Balance naturally declines with age, which makes older people more… Continue reading The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
Do you remember the Life Alert commercials that made famous the phrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? While young people might find those ads rather humorous, falling is no joke. For older people, falling can be a significant fear—and a real risk. Balance naturally declines with age, which makes older people more… Continue reading The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
Do you remember the Life Alert commercials that made famous the phrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? While young people might find those ads rather humorous, falling is no joke. For older people, falling can be a significant fear—and a real risk. Balance naturally declines with age, which makes older people more… Continue reading The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Increased Fall Risk
How Is a Peanut Allergy Diagnosed?
Peanut allergies are SO common – You probably know someone with a peanut allergy, too. Peanuts are one of the most common food allergies, with approximately one percent of the American population having this allergy. Peanut allergies can be severe and can manifest early in life, so it is important to have this allergy diagnosed… Continue reading How Is a Peanut Allergy Diagnosed?