Cancer Patients Need a Hearing Test Before and After Treatment
April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. While head and neck cancer is somewhat rare, making up just 4% of all cancers diagnosed in the U.S., one of the treatments for it (chemotherapy) isn’t. But like all treatments, chemotherapy comes with side effects—and hearing loss is one of them. Experiencing hearing loss due to…
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….
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…
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…
Tips for Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids
Tis the season for holiday gatherings, which means many people are getting ready to travel to spend time with loved ones. Hearing loss patients can take the following steps to make sure they’re able to focus on special moments with family and friends instead of stressing over hearing technology. Stay Powered On Having your hearing…
How To Navigate Hearing Loss-Induced Anxiety
When you first receive a hearing loss diagnosis, the journey ahead can feel both uncertain and overwhelming. Hearing loss affects nearly 20% of the global population, yet each person’s experience is uniquely personal. As you process this new reality, you may find yourself experiencing waves of emotion, including fear or even happiness at the prospect…
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