Alzheimer’s disease is a type of cognitive decline that causes memory loss and confusion. There appears to be a shroud of misunderstanding, misinterpretation, and even shame around Alzheimer’s disease and other kinds of dementia beyond this knowledge. September has been …
Can Air Pollution Affect Our Hearing Abilities?
Loud noise and noise pollution, as we all know, can cause hearing loss. These sounds can harm your ear’s cells, making them difficult to hear. But have you ever considered how the air you breathe may influence your ears? That …
Current & Former Smokers May Be at Higher Risk for Hearing Loss
If you are a smoker, you are probably familiar with at least a few reasons to quit. Aside from it being an addictive habit which puts your body at risk for lung cancer and hypertension and heart disease, now there …
Tips for Cleaning Your Ears
Do your ears feel plugged, or do sounds seem muffled? You may need to clean your ears from time to time to remove any excessive earwax that can make your ears feel blocked. But put down that cotton swab! Cleaning …
A Link between Tinnitus, Anxiety, and Sleep Issues
Do you ever hear buzzing or ringing in your ear that seems to be coming from your own head? This is commonly referred to by tinnitus and is often related to damage in the inner ear. Tinnitus is fairly common …
Ear Candles: Effective or Dangerous?
For those who are unfamiliar, the idea of placing a candle in one’s ear sounds like a wacky idea. Yet some ancient traditions and current naturopathic and homeopathic medicine sometimes recommends just this practice. Perhaps you have tried ear candles …
Why You Should Avoid Cleaning Your Ears with Cotton Swabs
No one likes the feeling of plugged ears, and many people have the habit of cleaning their ears with cotton swabs. Put down that piece of cotton! Rather than cleaning out your ears, you could be doing a lot of …