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 […]
As your body ages, it isn’t difficult to detect the changes. You get wrinkles. Your hair turns gray (or falls out). Your joints start to get stiff. Your skin becomes a bit droopy in places. Perhaps you begin to observe some fading of your hearing and eyesight. These signs are difficult to miss. But it’s […]
Just picture for a minute you’re a salesperson. Today, you’re on a very important call with a potential client. Your company is being looked at for a job and numerous individuals from your company have gathered on a conference call. As the call continues, voices rise and fall…and are sometimes difficult to hear. But you’re […]
Isn’t pizza interesting? You can adjust the toppings, sauces, even the cheeses on it, but as long as it meets a few basic criteria, it’s still a pizza. Hearing loss is a lot like that. Symptoms and presentations are caused by a number of different problems, loud noises, genetics, age, or ear blockages, but as […]
Tom is getting a brand new knee and he’s super pumped! Look, as you age, the kinds of things you look forward to change. His knee replacement means he will experience less pain and be able to get out and about a lot better. So the surgery is a success and Tom heads home. That’s […]
