Category: Hearing Loss

There are certain lifestyle choices that most know impact their health: smoking can cause cancer, exercising is good for the heart, etc., but we don’t often think about how our daily choices impact our hearing. While it may not seem so initially, your lifestyle can benefit or harm your hearing. Let’s look at two crucial…

We measure hearing loss severity in degrees of decibel loss. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association offers the following degree categories: People with profound hearing loss typically do not hear any speech and only very loud sounds, like construction equipment or concerts at the Olson Cultural Events Center. Not all types of hearing aids will help patients…

Life is fun and exciting. But it can also be stressful. Whether you’re working too hard or trying to plan a summer vacation with six family members, you probably aren’t looking to add more stress to your plate. Hearing aids are one way you can help ease some of the stressors in your life. How…

If you or your child has ever had an ear infection, you know how uncomfortable they can be. But beyond the pain and pressure, ear infections can sometimes affect hearing. Most of the time, this hearing loss is temporary—and with the right care, you can protect your hearing for the long term. How Can Ear…

Many people view hearing loss as a static condition, but it can actually progress over time due to factors like aging, genetics and poor ear care. While a single exposure to loud noise won’t necessarily continue damaging your hearing, ongoing issues can contribute to further hearing loss. A common concern is that not wearing hearing…

When you first get a new device, whether a phone, laptop or hearing aid, you have to take time to learn how to use and care for it. With hearing aids, knowing when to wear and remove your devices is an essential part of this learning process. Let’s explore three everyday scenarios—sleeping, showering and exercising—and…

In 2000, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program was established to ensure children with hearing loss receive the support they need as early as possible. This initiative focuses on the early identification of hearing issues and provides a structured timeline for intervention, including: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…

Along with the holidays, winter is also the season of chilly weather. As the temperatures become cooler outside, consider the following steps to protect your hearing devices. Make Sure They Stay Dry Winter is a damper season, and moisture can damage your hearing aids. Prolonged exposure to water or condensation can result in: Keep Your…

If you wear hearing aids, you might have encountered an unexpected whistling sound from time to time. This noise, known as “feedback,” can occur for several reasons. Feedback can happen while inserting or removing your hearing aids or, less conveniently, during times when you’re concentrating. While occasional feedback is usually harmless, frequent whistling could indicate…

If your child is having trouble focusing or completing tasks at school, it might be worth considering an evaluation for a potential learning disorder like attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as hearing loss. These two conditions can often be confused with one another because they share several overlapping symptoms. Below, we explore the connection…