An article in USA Today stated that annually, around 22 million Americans are exposed to dangerous levels of noise at their place of work. In 2019 NIOSH estimated that at least 10 million more were exposed at their workplace to …
Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test This World Alzheimer’s Month
There is no doubt that Alzheimer’s is a terrible disease. Chances are you or someone you know has been impacted by this common form of dementia. As stated in Alzheimer’s Disease International as of 2020 there were estimated to be …
Hearing Loss & Vertigo: All About Meniere’s Disease
If you are suffering from dizziness or vertigo, it may mean many things such as migraines, or issues with the inner ear, brain, or sensory nerve pathways. It may also be a sign of Meniere’s disease a rare disorder of …
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 …
Studies Show that COVID19 Can Affect Tinnitus
Over the past year and a half, we have learned a lot about the COVID-19 coronavirus. Whereas the earliest days of the virus spreading were full of questions about transmission, symptoms, and cures, we now know much more about how …
Studies on Hearing Loss & Injuries
One of the most disturbing conditions that affect many people in the world is hearing loss. The reality is that many people who have this health problem fail to take the proper health measures in addressing the condition. Eventually, the …
Weather Preparedness Tips for People with Hearing Loss
Few things are more terrifying than a weather disaster rushing your way. In these moments we recognize how powerful the forces of nature are, and watch helplessly as storms rip through our cities, leaving devastation behind. Weather emergencies often strike …
Lifestyle Changes that Help Older Americans Thrive
Have you felt your age creeping up on you? Do you wake up with stiff joints, or have trouble getting energized? If you want to get more out of life and enjoy your golden years, there are a few lifestyle …
Why Do People Shy Away from Treating Hearing Loss?
Do you think you might have hearing loss? Do you struggle to hear on the phone, turn up the volume on the TV, or ask your friends and family to repeat themselves many times over? These are all common signs …