People are exposed to loud environments every day, whether at work, during recreational activities, or simply amidst the bustling sounds of daily life. This makes investing in quality hearing protection vital. Custom hearing protection offers many benefits that standard options simply cannot match. Ensuring a Perfect Fit One significant advantage of custom hearing protection is the perfect fit. Unlike generic …
5 Most Common Causes of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, impacting daily life and communication. Understanding the most common causes can help prevent, manage, and treat this condition. Here are some of the most common factors that contribute to hearing loss. Age-Related Hearing Loss As people age, the risk of hearing loss increases. This type of hearing loss, known as presbycusis, occurs gradually …
Involve the Family in New Year’s Hearing Goals
The new year is a time for fresh starts and setting goals. For individuals with hearing loss, improving hearing health can be a powerful resolution. Hearing goals can include a variety of objectives. These might range from scheduling regular hearing check-ups with a hearing health professional to investing in updated hearing aids. Whatever the goal, a strong support system makes …
Back-to-School Communication
The start of a new academic year heralds fresh notebooks, a slew of back-to-school sales, and the buzz of students ready to start a new year of learning and growth. However, amid this flurry of activities, one aspect often goes overlooked – hearing loss. Students with hearing challenges need additional resources and support to enjoy better communication and learn and …
How Does the Brain Help You Hear?
When we think about hearing, we often focus on the ears as the primary organ responsible for our sense of hearing. However, the journey of sound doesn’t end with our ears—it is just the beginning. Once sound waves travel to the inner ear they are converted into electrical signals and sent to the brain. Then the complex task of auditory …
Noisy Restaurants and Their Impact on Hearing
In today’s bustling world, dining out is not just about savoring delicious food—it’s also a social experience. However, loud noise in many restaurants can create challenges for individuals with hearing loss. It can also negatively impact the dining experience for everyone. So how common is noise in restaurants, and what are the effects of excessive noise on hearing? Walk into …
Driving with Hearing Aids: Safety, Comfort, and Practical Tips
As technology advances, individuals with hearing loss can enjoy the benefits of hearing aids in more settings, including when driving. Navigating the roads with hearing aids requires a thoughtful approach to ensure safety and comfort. The Importance of Hearing while Driving Auditory awareness is crucial for safe driving. Sounds such as honks, sirens, and the environment around you provide essential …
Hearing Loss and Mental Health Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers
Imagine facing a double barrier – one of hearing loss and the other of mental health stigma. For many individuals with hearing loss, this is a reality. The association between hearing loss and mental health can be a complex and sensitive topic that isn’t often addressed. Let’s explore the intersection of hearing loss and mental health, the stigma that surrounds …
Nonverbal Cues to Help You in Meetings
There are so many ways to communicate and spoken language is only one of them. In truth, it’s not what you say, but how you say it – conversation is fluid, and often what’s not said is just as important as what is. For individuals with hearing loss, this could not be more relevant. As hearing loss declines, its common …
Connecting People | May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
Do you suffer from hearing loss? It’s important to remember that you aren’t alone. Commonly associated with the elderly, today we understand that hearing loss can affect anyone at any age. Around one in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing …
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