How Hearing Aids Can Help You Feel More Connected at Events
Hearing difficulties increase with age. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 27% of those 65 and older reported having some difficulty hearing. Hearing loss can affect every aspect of life. It can make it harder to go to work, enjoy time with your loved ones and attend public events like…
The Link Between Hearing & Heart Health
Did you know there is an important connection between your heart and hearing? You’re probably familiar with the importance of cardiovascular health. What you might not be aware of is the link between the cardiac and auditory systems. Good blood flow helps you maintain your hearing, and damage to the blood vessels in your ears…
Where To Store Your Hearing Aids
If you’ve recently been prescribed hearing aids to treat your hearing loss, you are not alone. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid, and those numbers are likely to grow. One of the first things you’ll learn as a…
Ways To Encourage Your Parents To Seek Hearing Loss Treatment
Hearing loss becomes more common as people get older. If you’re an adult child who is concerned about your parent’s hearing and struggling to figure out how to talk to them about it, know that you’re not alone. Continue reading for some helpful tips that make it easier to encourage your parents to seek hearing…
How to Host a Hearing-Loss-Friendly Holiday Dinner
You’ve finalized the menu and guest list, but have you figured out how to help loved ones with hearing loss have a fun and festive time? Bringing comfort and joy to those guests is easier than you think—follow these tips for a happy holiday that’s also hearing-loss-friendly. Make It a Multi-Room Event By spreading out…
Over-The-Counter Hearing Devices: Frequently Asked Questions
On August 16, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration issued a final rule to create a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices. Under this rule, OTC devices are now available. Here are some answers to some common questions about OTC hearing devices. Do I need a prescription for OTC devices? No, you can buy…
Surprising Features of Hearing Aids
According to an article published in 2017, “Nowadays, modern hearing aids are openly adapted behind-the-ear versions with a visible device and an integrated microphone. This makes wearing hearing aids more comfortable because the ‘occlusion effect’ caused by the closure of the auditory canal, is avoided and especially the high frequencies are effectively amplified.” Below we…
Five Tips for Dining Out with Hearing Loss
We all love going out and enjoying a nice meal with friends somewhere like Taproot Lounge & Café. However, if you have hearing loss, dining out can pose certain challenges. Why Restaurants Are Difficult for People with Hearing Loss One of the biggest ways hearing loss can impact you is in your ability to understand…
Back-to-School Checklist for Children with Hearing Aids
Back-to-school season is here! While buying new supplies and clothes for your child may be on the top of your mind, it’s important to do a little extra preparation if your child has hearing loss and wears hearing aids. We review a list of back-to-school checklist items to help you out. Get an Updated Audiogram…
How to Make the Most of This Summer with Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is common, affecting approximately 15% of American adults, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. If you have hearing loss and wear hearing aids, we want you to make the most of your summer. We review some tips on how to do this below. Keep Your Devices Dry Despite…
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