Living with hearing loss, whether partial or complete, completely changes the way you interact with the environment, in particular, the home environment. Doorbells, alarm clocks, and detection systems must work differently to alert the Deaf or Hard of Hearing (HoH) to be effective in preserving the health and safety of all occupants. Smoke Detectors And… Continue reading Assistive Carbon Monoxide And Smoke Detectors

Although hearing loss is a common condition that is more understood and treatable today than ever before, many people who could benefit from the use of hearing aids do not use them. Hearing aids can not only improve the hearing ability of these individuals but also help with the social withdrawal, loneliness, and depression that… Continue reading The Emotional Aspects of Hearing Loss And Their Contribution To Hearing Aid Usage

Have you ever heard a person who is deaf or hard of hearing described as “hearing impaired”? The term “hearing impaired” might seem fairly common. Indeed, many people use the term without a second thought. However, perhaps you should give it a second thought. The word impaired is defined as “being in an imperfect or… Continue reading Should You Use the Term “Hearing Impaired”?

Working out at a public gym can be a rewarding experience. The sight of others sweating and straining their way to better health can be motivating for your workout. However, these noisy places may pose a threat to your hearing health. Loud music, weights banging, and heads swinging from side to side during high-impact aerobics… Continue reading Exercise Is Great For Your Health But Is It Good For Your Ears?

Everybody has ear wax, but it’s not generally something we talk about. That’s maybe why there is so much confusion about this important part of the ear and how to manage it. Forget what you’ve heard or been taught. These are the do’s and don’ts of removing ear wax. What is ear wax Ear wax… Continue reading Got Ear Wax? Don’t Do This.

We all pick up some bad habits through the years – like biting our nails, going to sleep without washing our face, or indulging in junk food a little too often. Some bad habits have a greater impact than others. The bad habits listed below can damage your hearing health, which is a lot more… Continue reading 5 Habits That Might Be Harming Your Hearing Health

As Valentine’s day approaches, we get ready to shower our loved one with flowers, cards, and candy. It is a particular time for you to tell others how much you love them. However, relationships can be challenging and can pose a tremendous obstacle for couples who face a loss of vision, hearing, or both. Although… Continue reading Advice From Couples Who Are Successfully Managing Sensory Loss

Simply put, hearing loss is a reduction in your ability to hear. Impaired hearing makes hearing and understanding speech and other sounds difficult. Hearing loss affects anyone at any age. The statistics regarding hearing loss are eye-opening: 5 million individuals in the United States report some degree of hearing loss. Fifty percent of adults over… Continue reading The Do’s And Don’ts Of Hearing Loss

As the holiday season ends, we’re reminded of all the things we’re thankful for. Not only are we grateful to support our patients with their hearing concerns, but we appreciate the opportunity to help others in need. It’s not just the immediate people around us that can benefit from generosity; you can make a difference… Continue reading Oliver Audiology is Happy to Support the Hearing Health Foundation

Importance Hearing is an integral part of a child’s growth and development from the very first minute they enter the world. By six months, hearing deficits can have an impact on a child’s ability to thrive. Adequate hearing gives a child the tools he needs to perceive the world around them, to understand language, and… Continue reading Child Development and Hearing Loss – Knowledge and Advocacy