The long summer days bring sunshine, laughter, and lively get-togethers. Summer offers an ideal opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family, whether you’re coordinating a casual gathering, taking part in a family get-together, or relishing an outdoor show. The cheerful sounds of children playing, friends conversing, and music playing create a vibrant backdrop […]
Hearing aids play a crucial role in improving sound clarity and enriching daily communication. For ideal performance, it’s crucial to schedule routine upkeep and periodic professional cleaning sessions. As a result of prolonged use, a buildup of earwax, moisture, and other particles can occur, causing performance to decline. Identifying when to find professional cleaning can […]
Each June’s Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month renews our quest to understand the reasons that Ear to Brain is a Vital Domain. Let’s Learn Together. Dementia is an “umbrella term” describing a set of symptoms including chronic challenges with: Memory Language and problem-solving Concentrating Expressing thoughts Acting impulsively, with poor judgment Alzheimer’s is a brain disease recognized as a […]
When most individuals think of the risks linked to high blood pressure– also called hypertension– they tend to focus on heart attacks, strokes, or kidney disease. Were you aware that not managing high blood pressure could also increase the probability of experiencing hearing loss, particularly as you grow older? Presbycusis, also known as age-related hearing […]
Hearing loss is often disregarded as an ordinary part of aging, like needing bifocals or noticing a few gray hairs. But new research suggests it’s far more significant. A study from Duke-NUS Medical School found a powerful association between untreated hearing loss and decreased mortality in older adults. Elderly people experiencing hearing or visual impairments […]
With age, we often become more cautious about our well-being, scheduling routine medical appointments, monitoring our vital signs, and undergoing routine screenings to stay on top of our physical health. But one essential area commonly gets overlooked: our hearing! Hearing loss is more prevalent than many people recognize, and it can creep in gradually, particularly […]
We often hear that specific diets are important for strong bones or improved vision, and that exercise and healthy eating are vital to preventing disease. Were you aware that your hearing health can also be greatly impacted by the lifestyle choices you make? It’s true! Continue reading to find out how what you do each […]
With Mother Nature awakened from her slumber, Spring’s sights and sounds are in full bloom. When our senses are heightened about seasons changing, it is an ideal time to plant self-care seeds with respect to May being Speech-Language-Hearing Month. With Medical Model intentions, our Educational E-Newsletters consistently explain how decades of extensive research indicate that: “Hearing […]
Can driving with open windows cause irreversible damage to your hearing? Is it more fuel-efficient? Should you opt for closed or open windows while driving? Let’s take a new look at these concerns. Picture this: It’s a serene early morning, the clock ticking at 7:45 AM. As the freeway stretches out before you, nearly free […]
Hearing loss ranks as the second most common impairment globally, impacting over 466 million individuals worldwide. With such frequency, it’s important to devote some awareness to dealing with the risks connected to its development. Various factors contribute to an individual’s susceptibility to hearing loss, some within their control and others not so much. Thus, understanding […]
