October is Protect Your Hearing Month
This month is a great reminder to prioritize your hearing health! Hearing loss is the third most common chronic medical condition that people experience today. Learn about the ways you can reduce your risk and protect your hearing health! Loud Noise &...
New Study Shows Link Between COVID-19, Hearing Loss & Tinnitus
One of the causes of hearing challenges is viral infections. Various viruses can produce inflammation that damages components in the inner ear which are critical for processing sound as well as lead to a bacterial (or fungal) infection that causes hearing loss. During...
Know Alzheimer’s Disease: Treat Hearing Loss in September during World Alzheimer’s Month
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative brain disease, characterized by memory loss and decreases in social and physical functioning over time. Discovered in 1906 by Alois Alzheimer, this is the most common form of dementia, affecting over 50 million people...
A Link Between Alcohol & Sleep Issues
People are often familiar with the impact of alcohol on their sleep: disrupted sleep, waking up early, not as restful etc. Higher intake of alcohol is linked to a reduced quality of sleep which can produce or worsen sleep issues. Alcohol is categorized as a central...