Current & Former Smokers May Be at Higher Risk for Hearing Loss
Are you a smoker? You must be pretty stubborn these days to keep up the habit, with constant reports of health risks including higher rates of lung cancer, hypertension, and heart disease. The fact that smoking tobacco is extremely addictive, of course, may be the...
Celebrate World Hearing Day: Ear and hearing care for all!
March is almost here, and this means we are finally starting to see the other side of Winter. Regardless of if the groundhog saw her shadow or not, you are likely starting to see the crocuses show a bright purple pop that means things are going to be much more...
Five Breathing Techniques for Tinnitus Anxiety
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 million Americans suffer from tinnitus, a condition in which a persistent sound is heard in the ears while no external sound is present. Recent studies indicate that people with tinnitus symptoms...
What to Expect From a Hearing Test
If you are awaiting a hearing test, congratulations on taking a major step towards transforming your hearing health and wellness! You may be feeling a little anxious about evaluating your hearing which is normal. Confronting changes to your health can be overwhelming...
The Role of Ears in the Balance System
Did you know that the ears play a major role in how we maintain balance? The vestibular system is the sensory system for balance. This system includes constantly detecting and communicating information about position, spatial orientation, and movement to the brain....
Hearing Loss & Traumatic Brain Injury: Is There A Connection?
There are several factors that can contribute to the development of hearing loss. This includes traumatic brain injuries (TBI), the most severe type of head injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 3 million head injuries...
Swallowing Disorders: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Swallowing is an essential process that is integral to nutrition and hydration. Difficulties with swallowing is known as dysphagia which can impact everyday life in significant ways. Swallowing disorders can contribute to health issues, social withdrawal, and affect...
Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!
Hearing health is an often under-recognized facet of overall health and wellness. But hearing loss is the third most pervasive health condition people live with today, impacting over 48 million (1 in 6) people. Being proactive about your hearing health is a great way...