As the winter months approach, cold weather is bound to come with it. As temperatures drop, bundling up in warmer clothing is the only way to deal with frigid weather. Unfortunately, one of the most common parts that are neglected is the ears. It’s well known hot much body heat is lost through the top of the head.
As the New Year gets closer to its annual appearance, preparations for parties, celebrations, and firework displays are in full swing. New Year’s Eve celebrations can vary from outdoor fireworks presentations to indoor parties that can last well past midnight; most of these events can be very loud and could damage your hearing. Taking a few moments to think and prepare can go a long way to protect your hearing without interfering with your celebration.
With the holiday season upon us, many people are looking forward to celebrating the traditions of gathering family and friends for gift giving and having a holiday feast. Coping with the holidays season is stressful enough without having to deal with hearing loss. But for many who suffer from hearing loss, the issues and complications involved with the holidays can make many want to avoid dealing with them and stay home instead.
Usually, people don’t think of hearing health and Thanksgiving as having any real connection. However, since the primary celebration for Thanksgiving centers around food, it’s actually the perfect time to bring up the importance that nutrition plays in promoting hearing health and can help mitigate damage that may have occurred. While the support and protection for your hearing are not precisely the same as earplugs or headphones,
When faced with hearing issues, one of the most challenging things to deal with at the beginning is finding an audiologist. Many people only begin to seek help after friends and family actively encourage them to do so. So, starting can be daunting, filled with more questions than answers, unfamiliar terminology, and more options than facts.
The beginning of a new school can be just as exciting as it is frightening for young students. Anxiety can come in the form of new classes, new classmates, new teachers, and maybe even a new school. These fears can be exasperated if your child has a hearing impairment. These fears and worries can be lessened and even eliminated with proper preparation and the right action plan.
Autumn is upon us, and as we watch the leaves change to the vivid colors of fall, it might also be an excellent time to changes our auditory habits and do the little things to help our hearing. To many, the ending of the summer months means it’s the last opportunity to engage in the outdoor activities that have we were unable to find time to do.
Did you know that there is a little known about but common chronic disorder group called Vestibular disorders? Many do, as this affliction affects over 35% of adults over the age of 40. Vestibular disorders are issues that affect balance and the functioning of the inner ear. A list of the most common types includes benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV),
Even though summer is almost over, there is still plenty of time for activities out of doors. Most everyone knows how dreary winter can be, a lot than attempt to spend as much time outside as possible during the summer season. While many summer activities are delightful, many also have the potential to cause damage to the ears.
It’s summertime, and many are taking advantage of the warm weather and the loosening of travel restrictions and are heading out of town. In many cases, air travel needs to be done, and when that happens, preparation is necessary. Airplane travel can be stressful in itself, but adding the stress of travel and the possibility of experiencing airplane ear can make the experience quite uncomfortable if the proper precautions are not taken.