Tips To Keep Your Hearing Aids from Falling Out
There are several things to adjust to when you start wearing hearing aids—including making sure they stay in place. While they should usually remain in your ears without an issue, poor fit, moisture and sweat or movement may cause them to fall out. At , we recommend the following tips to help your devices remain…
Your Ears Involuntarily Perk Up Around Interesting Sounds
Bang! You slam the front door shut, and your dog’s ears move toward the unexpected sound. But did you know your ears may be unconsciously doing the same thing, just much more subtly? These involuntary, nearly imperceptible ear muscle movements are controlled by your vestigial auriculomotor system. Experts believe that the vestigial auriculomotor system is…
Ways To Manage Hearing Loss in the Home
Whether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or a cozy dinner party, you spend a lot of time in your home. It’s important to make sure it is a safe and comfortable space, particularly if you or a loved one has hearing loss. There are a variety of steps you can take toward this goal….
Can Sinus Inflammation Affect the Brain?
A recent study shows that people with chronic sinusitis don’t just have to contend with a stuffy nose and headache; sinusitis can also cause trouble with focus and lead to depression and other symptoms that indicate the brain is affected as well. The study was published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery in April 2021….
What Musicians Should Know About Tinnitus
It’s part of the job—music industry professionals are often exposed to loud noises. Along with hearing loss, noise exposure can also result in tinnitus, or ringing in the ears. Studies vary, but it’s estimated that somewhere between 30% and 50% of music professionals have this condition. Though there is no cure for tinnitus, there are…
Ways To Manage Pet Allergies at Home
If you’re dealing with a pet allergy, you are not alone. Up to 30% of people in the U.S. are allergic to cats or dogs. Symptoms of pet allergies include a runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, shortness of breath, itchy skin, coughing and hives. There are several steps at home you…
Strategies for Listening to Music with Hearing Loss
When living with hearing loss, activities you once cherished, like listening to your favorite music, can become less enjoyable. You may find it hard to distinguish between instruments or struggle to make out lyrics clearly. While hearing aids help many people overcome these challenges and enjoy music again, they aren’t always the complete solution for…
Make the Most of Video Conferencing with Hearing Aids
Remote work and video conferencing are more common than ever. If you wear hearing aids, here are a few tips to make sure you get the most out of virtual work meetings. Use Bluetooth® Approximately 28.8 million U.S adults could benefit from hearing aids. Many hearing aids can connect directly to your phone, computer or…
How Can Hearing Aids Enrich Thanksgiving Moments
November 28th is Thanksgiving—a day of eating delicious food, watching cozy movies, saying what you’re thankful for and spending time with your family and friends. If you’ve been living with untreated hearing loss, you may be worried that the sounds of holiday laughter and lively conversations will feel out of reach. But the good news…
Understanding Cold vs. Allergy Symptoms: How to Tell the Difference
It’s all too easy to confuse a cold with seasonal allergies, especially when dealing with symptoms like sneezing, a runny nose and congestion. But knowing whether you’re dealing with a cold or an allergy can help you get the right treatment and feel better sooner. Let’s look at how you can tell the difference and…
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