Each May the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM). This is a time when ASHA endeavors to raise awareness of communication disorders and what can be done to treat them. The theme for 2020 is “Communication at Work,” and with COVID-19 drastically altering the work lives of most Americans this year, there’s no better time to engage! Disclosing Hearing Loss …
Hearing Loss Cures of the Past
Hearing loss has been around for a long time. And humans have been finding ways to cure it for just as long. Hearing aids and cochlear implants are usually the most common (and scientifically proven) approaches for treating hearing loss. Nevertheless, people have sought to explore alternate approaches to “cure” their hearing loss. There have been many hearing treatment experiments conducted in the past, with …
Things to Consider when Selecting Hearing Aids
If your loved one has taken a step toward getting hearing aids, the biggest hurdle has already been crossed! Some people can be hesitant to seek aids for a number of reasons, and simply acknowledging the need for hearing aids is a move in the right direction. However, there are many things that can make the process from the first meeting to adoption of hearing …
Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test
If you need to talk louder or repeat yourself frequently with your loved one, they may be experiencing a hearing loss. Hearing loss is widespread, but many have difficulty taking the initial step to tackle the problem. Studies also have shown that people neglect their hearing difficulties for seven years before seeking support. If left unaddressed, hearing loss will significantly impair a person’s overall health …
When to Get New Hearing Aids
A common question we are often asked is: “How often should I change my hearing aids?” It’s a tough question to answer. Although we usually suggest replacing hearing aids every three to five years, individual needs widely wildly depending on specific requirements. However, there are some common reasons why you might want to go for an upgrade. If you agree with one or more of …
Hearing Aids Keep You Happy, Healthy, and Wealthy
If you have been thinking about getting your first pair of hearing aids, it’s time to turn the idea into action and take responsibility for your hearing safety. A recent study found that hearing aids keep you happy, healthy, and prosperous. Indeed, they can improve your standard of living more than you might ever think. New evidence According to a study from Brunel University in …
How Treating Hearing Loss Improves Your Quality of Life
Hearing loss sits at number three in the most common medical conditions in the United States after cardiovascular disease and arthritis, findings by the American Academy of Audiology show. The Hearing Health Foundation reports that the number of Americans living with hearing loss is higher than those living with the combined number of people with Parkinson’s, Epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, and Diabetes. However, despite this high occurrence, …
Recognizing the Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is the third most prevalent condition in the US, after heart diseases and diabetes. You would think that something as common as hearing loss would be easy to detect, but the truth is, it isn’t. People wait an average of 7 years before they do something about their compromised hearing, and that’s only when it gets unbearable. A good portion of those years …
Benefits of Hearing Aids
Have you wondered if hearing aids could be right for you? If so, you are in good company. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) gives a recent estimate of 48 million people in the U.S. living with hearing loss, the third most common health condition behind arthritis and heart disease. Popular culture and media might lead you to believe that seniors are not the …
Sensitivity to Sound as We Age
Hearing loss is prevalent in people of all ages, from older adults, teenagers, teens to even children. Hearing loss, however, varies from person to person depending on their ear age, and scientists have been researching how our sensitivity to sound changes as we grow older. Younger and older adults have very different reactions to sound, which is why a noisy environment can be fine for a younger adult …