Millions of Americans have now been diagnosed with hearing loss and hearing aids are helping many of them manage that hearing loss while continuing to live life to the fullest. The hearing aid industry has answered the growing demand over recent years with ever more sophisticated and versatile choices that make hearing with a hearing… Continue reading What You Should Know Before Getting A Smaller Hearing Aid
How To Keep Your Hearing Aids Clean This Spring
The arrival of spring signals many things including “spring cleaning.” Why not make this a time for cleaning your hearing aids as well? These high-tech devices do incredible things, but they do require regular cleaning and maintenance. Read on to find some excellent tips for cleaning and repairing your hearing aids this season. Keeping Hearing… Continue reading How To Keep Your Hearing Aids Clean This Spring
FDA Approval On The Horizon For A New Drug That May Prevent Hearing Loss
About 20% of the population of the United States or 48 million people experience some degree of hearing loss. It is a significant health concern which ranks as the third most common physical condition behind arthritis and heart disease. The treatments for hearing loss include prevention by avoiding loud noise, and treatment through the use… Continue reading FDA Approval On The Horizon For A New Drug That May Prevent Hearing Loss
How SoundPrint Can Help Those With Hearing Loss
Have you ever wished for an easy way to find quieter restaurants and bars? If you have been diagnosed with hearing loss, chances are you’ve spent time researching noise levels at venues. One of the biggest concerns for those with hearing loss is background noise, and a new app called SoundPrint promises to help alleviate… Continue reading How SoundPrint Can Help Those With Hearing Loss
3D Hearing Aid Molds Have An International Impact
Traditional manufacturing involves injecting material into a pre-formed shape. 3D printing starts with a 3D model and one layer at a time transforms into a solid form with each layer building upon the layer before. This advancement in technology is creating ear molds that fit snugly and correctly into the ear. It is so compelling… Continue reading 3D Hearing Aid Molds Have An International Impact
Why High Blood Pressure Is Bad For Our Ears
According to a 2010 study published in the American Journal of Audiology, there is a definitive link between hearing loss and heart health. One of the most common indicators of a healthy heart is a healthy blood pressure rate. Blood pressure measures the force and rate of our heartbeats, which can give doctors a good… Continue reading Why High Blood Pressure Is Bad For Our Ears
Great News For Tax Season, Your Hearing Aids Are Deductible!
It is that time of year again. Tax season. As April 15 quickly approaches, you may be scrambling to get your tax documents in order. If you or a loved one is hearing impaired, there may be a pleasant surprise waiting for you. Hearing aids are tax deductible! The good news does not stop there.… Continue reading Great News For Tax Season, Your Hearing Aids Are Deductible!
Are Hearing Aids Tax Deductible?
Since hearing aids are medical devices, they may qualify for tax deductions based on an individual’s income for a given tax year. Before making any tax filing decisions, please consult a professional tax preparer. Medical deductions exist to aid taxpayers facing significant medical costs in a tax year. Historically, the threshold for claiming a medical… Continue reading Are Hearing Aids Tax Deductible?
What You Need To Know About Your Hearing Aid Tax Deduction
Are you missing out on an important tax deduction? If you have hearing aids and itemize when you file your tax returns, you may be! Whether you have yet to file your 2017 tax returns or you are already planning for your 2018 tax returns, here’s what you need to know about your tax-deductible hearing… Continue reading What You Need To Know About Your Hearing Aid Tax Deduction
Detecting Hidden Hearing Loss
Detecting Hidden Hearing Loss – Written by Dr. Matthew Seldine Au.D, F-AAA Professionals describe hearing loss as invisible, so what does the “hidden” part mean? How can something invisible also be hidden? Consider the following scenario: the patient walks into an audiology office complaining of hearing loss, specifically difficulty understanding speech especially with background noise.… Continue reading Detecting Hidden Hearing Loss