Recognizing the Effects of Noise on Hearing Health
Adaptable and sensitive, our hearing system is remarkable in the fact that we can hear a whisper and withstand a loud rock concert with ease. But the way that our ears seamlessly transition from one auditory experience to another hides the fact that noise...
People with Hearing Loss Still Need Hearing Protection
For one-third of people over the age of 65, hearing loss is a daily part of life. A majority of cases are caused by the natural process of aging and the condition can have profound impacts on mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. The journey from acknowledging...
Hearing Loss among Millennials & Gen Z
Hearing loss is a condition often associated with old age. While age related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis affects one in three people over the age of 65 and half of those 75 years and older, in truth it can affect people of any age. In fact, younger...
Thriving with Hearing Loss in the Workplace
Many people consider hearing loss a condition which primarily affects retirees. However, only one third of people with hearing loss are 65 years and older. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) estimates that 30 million U.S. workers are...