Does hearing loss worsen as you get older? Hearing loss is a common slowly developing condition that impacts all adults. In fact, over 50% of people 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis The slowly progressing condition of hearing loss as we get older is generally known as presbycusis. Typically, there will be […]
It’s not fun when you can’t sleep at night. Especially when it occurs regularly. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time again and again, and worrying about how tired you will be tomorrow. When these kinds of sleepless nights persistently happen, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. Over time, the […]
You may be familiar with the numerous factors contributing to hearing loss, like the impact of aging, genetic predisposition within families, or prolonged exposure to loud sounds. But the connection between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as well known. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How does diabetes raise your risk of hearing […]
Everybody loves an easy fix, especially when the solution is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? You can learn about how to fix that from a YouTube video. A plumber would most likely be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it on your own. […]
Hearing loss is a widespread challenge for older people, but does it merit quitting driving? The response isn’t straightforward, as driving habits vary among individuals. While hearing loss is a factor to think about when operating a vehicle, a competent driver remains proficient even if they have to lower the radio volume. Whether hearing loss […]
Of course, pregnancy is awesome and fantastic. But it can also be kind of… unpleasant, at least at times, and at least when it involves how it can make you feel. There are all kinds of weird side effects, including morning sickness, health hazards, and changes to your body. Getting there can be a bit […]
You asked for help with one basic chore: take the trash out. A little while later you realize your partner failed to do it. When you ask why they didn’t do it, your partner replies “I never heard you ask me”. Why aren’t you surprised that your partner failed to hear the one thing they […]
Aging is one of the most common indicators of hearing loss, and let’s face it, try as we may, we can’t escape aging. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still aging. But you might not know that a number of treatable health conditions have also been associated with hearing loss. Let’s […]
Have you ever forgotten your Earbuds in your pocket and they ended up going through the laundry or maybe lost them altogether? All of a sudden, your morning jog is so much more boring. You have a dull and dreary train ride to work. And your virtual meetings are suffering from bad audio quality. The […]
Hearing loss has a reputation for advancing slowly. This can make the symptoms difficult to detect. (After all, you’re simply turning up the volume on your TV now and then, it’s nothing to be concerned about, right?) That’s normally the situation, yes, but not always. It turns out hearing loss can also happen abruptly and […]
