Did you know that 1 in 8 people have some degree of hearing loss? Impacting over 48 million people, hearing loss is the third most pervasive health condition that people live with today. Practicing safety measures can significantly protect your hearing health and wellness. An effective healthy hearing habit that you can practice is scheduling an appointment for a hearing …
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
Did you know that people with hearing loss can be more likely to experience cognitive decline? Extensive research shows that there is a link between hearing loss and declining brain health. Cognitive decline is characterized by a slowing down of cognitive functions and this is a key characteristic of conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. If you have hearing loss, …
Hearing Loss Among Millennials & Gen Z
Did you know that Millennials and Gen Z are also impacted by hearing loss? It is estimated that 10% of Millennials and 17% of Gen Z have some degree of impaired hearing. These demographics are also increasingly at risk of developing hearing loss due to loud noise exposure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 1 billion people ages …
Why Hearing Tests are Avoided & the Impact
If you’ve been avoiding getting your hearing tested, this can make any symptoms you are experiencing much worse. It is important to have your hearing evaluated regularly so that you can intervene early if there are any changes to your hearing health. Widespread Inaction on Hearing Loss Over 48 million people have hearing loss, making it the third most common …
6 Strategies for Working With Hearing Loss
Working with hearing loss can be stressful. Hearing loss reduces a person’s ability to hear and process sound which impacts communication. Managing work responsibilities, completing work tasks, and working with others can present unique challenges when you have hearing loss. Additionally, work environments can often be noisy – it is estimated that over 22 million people are exposed to hazardous …
What Are The Signs of Hearing Loss?
As we age, we commonly experience changes in our hearing. The change does not happen suddenly, but is more gradual, like the gradual process of graying hair. Nevertheless, it is crucial to pay attention to these initial indications. Research shows that men are almost twice as likely as women to have hearing loss among adults aged 20–69. Read on for …
Can Earbud Use Cause Hearing Loss?
Using earbuds is a common way people listen to audio. From music to podcasts and talking on the phone; earbuds have become everyday items. While they make it convenient to listen to audio, earbud use can actually impact hearing health. Earbuds can release soundwaves into the ear at a high volume, high enough to contribute to noise induced hearing loss. …
Ensuring that Age-Related Hearing Loss is Treated
Age-related hearing loss is a natural part of the aging process, and it affects many people as they get older. As mentioned earlier, one in three people aged 65-74 have hearing loss, and this number increases to almost one in two people over the age of 75. It is more common in men than women, and it is more likely …
Why Your Primary Care Provider Might Not be Able to Detect Your Hearing Loss
March 3rd is World Hearing Day, a day aimed at raising awareness about the importance of hearing health and early detection of hearing loss. This year’s theme is “Ear and hearing care for all,” highlighting the need for accessible and inclusive hearing healthcare services. One crucial aspect of this is the integration of ear and hearing care within primary care. …
Navigating hearing loss at work & tips for success
As we navigate our careers, we all want to be at the top of our game. But what if you’re one of the millions of people who experience hearing loss? You might feel like it’s holding you back or making it difficult to advance in your job. However, the truth is that hearing loss doesn’t have to be a barrier …