If you are new to wearing hearing aids, you will probably find them to be challenging to adjust to and awkward to wear. The uncomfortable sensation is normal. Thankfully, the more you wear your hearing aids, the more comfortable they will feel. Try wearing your hearing aids regularly because they will not help you if… Continue reading Using Listening Activities To Acclimate To Hearing Aids
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Healthy Hearing For Academic Success
The ability to hear correctly is essential for success in school on any educational level. Schools, colleges, and universities teach students the skills they will need to function in society, so it is imperative to address any communication disorders to enable all students a chance at academic success. Current research supports the importance of communication… Continue reading Healthy Hearing For Academic Success
That Clogged Ear Feeling And What To Do About It
We’ve all felt it before – that uncomfortable, muffled sensation of having clogged ears. While we sometimes purposely try to plug our ears, whether in the form of earplug or our fingers, we sometimes suffer from this horrible feeling out of the blue. It turns out that there are quite a few reasons why your… Continue reading That Clogged Ear Feeling And What To Do About It
Your Job Might Cause Hearing Loss
Every day, our ears are exposed to a cacophony of sounds. Although many of these sounds are harmless, some of them pose serious risks to our hearing health. This risk increases if one works in particular professions which require consistent exposure to loud noises. When many of us consider what occupations might increase our risk… Continue reading Your Job Might Cause Hearing Loss
Hidden Occupational Hearing Risks
Many occupations can be detrimental to one’s hearing ability. In fact, hearing loss is the most common work-related injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 22 million Americans are exposed to high noise levels while they are at work, and an estimated $242 million is spent yearly on worker’s compensation for… Continue reading Hidden Occupational Hearing Risks
AirPods As Hearing Devices
Apple AirPods are the lightweight wireless headphones that provide wireless connection, easy pairing with Apple devices, and good call quality. The devices also include a compact case that charges the AirPods. Can they also function as a useful listening tool or possibly replace hearing aids? Apple intends to support AirPods as a listening tool. An… Continue reading AirPods As Hearing Devices
These Diets May Prevent Hearing Loss
There is no doubt that the body is a complex system of systems. As researchers dig deeper into the causes of hearing loss and how to prevent it, they are finding that it may come down to more than just noise exposure. Our diet may play a key role in hearing health. Several studies are… Continue reading These Diets May Prevent Hearing Loss
New Hearing Aid Technology And What It Can Do For You
Acquiring your first set of hearing aids or searching for a new pair can be a daunting task. Although these little devices and their high-end technologies are designed to make our lives easier and better, the sheer quantity of different options available makes choosing one set quite difficult. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the… Continue reading New Hearing Aid Technology And What It Can Do For You
Healthy Eating For Good Hearing Health
The diet we maintain and the exercise we get have a huge impact on our health. While there are a number of old adages reminding us to eat certain foods to help with certain ailments (think vitamin C for a cold) we often forget about the benefits that a proper diet can have for our… Continue reading Healthy Eating For Good Hearing Health
Helping Your Parent With Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a challenge for anyone to manage. It is essential to understand that hearing loss does not just affect the person who is experiencing it but spouses, family members, and friends as well. Convincing someone with a hearing loss to seek help, especially a loved one, can also be a tremendous obstacle to… Continue reading Helping Your Parent With Hearing Loss