Even in the 21st century, despite all the advancements in health and technology, hearing loss still exists, and what is worse, misunderstandings and myths still surround hearing aids and loss. The World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that over one billion people are at risk of developing hearing loss in one or both ears. Much of this is due to the unsafe use of personal devices,
Thanksgiving is almost here, friends and family are getting ready for another Thanksgiving together after a long separation, and many are finding out that there have been significant changes with their loved ones. Studies have shown that over 48 million Americans are affected by hearing loss. Untreated hearing loss is closely correlated with diminishing quality of life and increased cases of depression,
There are a lot of misconceptions regarding hearing loss. Even though it’s estimated that over 37 million Americans experience some form of hearing loss, many are unaware of the different conditions categorized as hearing loss. One of the most misunderstood is called “cookie bite hearing loss.” Despite the name, this form of hearing loss has nothing to do with chocolate chips.
As Halloween approaches, many people across America are beginning to plan and acquire their costume components and accessories for the big night. It’s no different for people who suffer from hearing loss. In the past, many opted to hide or not use hearing aids due to embarrassment. Fortunately, today for many who wear hearing aids,
Halloween is one of America’s favorite holidays; in 2022, it’s estimated that people will spend more than 10 billion dollars on decorations, costumes, and candy. As much fun as Halloween can be, hidden risks and dangers can be almost as common as face paint and jack-o-lanterns. But with proper planning and the right preparation, you can significantly increase your chances of enjoying a safe Halloween.
As hearing loss progresses and develops slowly, conversations become muffled, background noise starts to interfere with conversations, and the volume on audio devices goes up and up. These are all indicators that your hearing ability is diminishing. At this point, the worst thing you can do is ignore it. The good news is that you can take steps to reduce the progress of hearing loss.
Hearing issues affect millions of people of every age all across America. The biggest problem is that many feel disconnected and alone when the world is silent or hard to hear. The good news is that the vast majority of people who experience hearing loss have a set of hearing aids to enable them to reconnect with the world around them.
As the summer season ends, families begin the arduous process of returning to school. New classes, books, clothes, and a new year can be rough on even the savviest of educators and students. But, for kids going back to school with hearing loss, the stress of getting ready for the new school year can be even more challenging.
It can be a very rough time when your hearing aids get wet. Any liquid getting into the circuitry can create shorts and corrode metal connections. Typical first reactions to finding your device emersed in water are panic, fear, and depression. These feelings are justified because moisture in even tiny amounts is enough to damage hearing aids permanently.
For many people, nothing compares to summer vacations and traveling to new and exciting places to enjoy the sights and the warmer weather. But for those who use hearing aids, the joy of travel can be quickly cut short if disaster befalls their devices. The risks for hearing aid devices while on outdoor adventures or vacations are numerous and could happen at any moment without warning.