Impacting over 48 million people, hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions people live with today. Even though it is pervasive, hearing loss still remains widely undertreated. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)...
We are constantly absorbing and processing noise – from alarm clocks, to traffic, and construction sites. Everyday noises can be annoying but they can also be bad for your health. Increasing evidence shows that noise can take a toll on health in a variety of...
Did you know that hearing and vision are connected to brain health? Recent studies show that taking care of your hearing and vision can actually slow cognitive decline by 50-75%! It is important to prioritize these areas of your health which can often go unnoticed for...
If you feel like you’ve been struggling to keep up with conversations recently or you frequently miss parts of what others are saying, this could indicate changes in your hearing health. Difficulties with communication is a common sign of hearing loss, a chronic...
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! You may be wondering what that means and we are excited to share. Organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, this campaign focuses on raising awareness about hearing loss – the third most common...
Loud noise exposure is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. The World Health Organization estimates that over 1 billion people globally, ages 12-35, are at increased risk of developing noise induced hearing loss. This is due to excessive exposure to loud...
Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent health conditions that people experience today. In fact, over 48 million people have some degree of impaired hearing. Extensive research shows that numerous health conditions are correlated, or can be linked, with hearing loss...
An estimated 35% of adults receive less than the recommended amount of sleep per night which is 7-9 hours. Additionally, 50 to 70 million adults have a sleep disorder – insomnia and sleep apnea being the most common. You have likely experienced the effects of...
As Spring approaches, many of us are increasingly excited about the sun and warmer temperatures. But the changing of seasons also means an increase of pollen and mold in the environment, activating springtime allergies. Allergies are the most common type of health...
There are numerous myths about hearing aids. These misconceptions often contribute to a delay in seeking treatment for hearing loss. It takes an average of 7 years for people to address the changes they experience to their hearing health from the onset of symptoms. ...