Tiredness can have a wide variety of causes, ranging from a simple sleepless night to respiratory conditions such as sleep apnea. But there is something more common that can also cause fatigue and that’s hearing loss. That’s at least partly due to the fact that hearing loss normally progresses gradually over time. You may not […]
Autumn brings in its own engaging sounds you don’t want to miss, including the crackling of a warm fire, leaves crunching under your feet, and kids laughing and playing. Now imagine how much less pleasant your fall experience will be if those sounds start to fade away. Fortunately, your autumn experience doesn’t need to be […]
Many people feel stress when they think about hearing loss. Facing the thought of not hearing the world around us can be daunting, and for some people, fear of hearing loss can stop them from finding essential help. However, stress about hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from finding help. It will be easier […]
Hearing loss often starts out subtly. You might dismiss your need for people to repeat themselves as them mumbling or background noise. But when this happens, you begin to think that you may be starting to develop hearing loss. It will be easier to recognize whether your own hearing is changing by understanding the sounds […]
Surprisingly, about 20% of all ear infections happen to adults. The common idea is that ear infections are something that normally impact children. And it’s accurate that ear infections are more prevalent in children, but they also happen frequently in adults. For adults with hearing impairments or hearing loss, ear infections can be particularly inconvenient, […]
In the past, we called them “books-on-tape,” a term that seems almost archaic today. Today we have digital streaming services and the term “audiobooks” has become the familiar term. Audiobooks offer a contemporary, convenient way to enjoy literature, transforming the experience of reading into one of listening. Audiobooks: a modern approach to reading An audiobook […]
Many individuals have strong memories of a cherished family pet. Cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and a wide variety of other animals can enrich our lives, and even, in some cases, become close companions. Quality of life and symptom management for individuals who have hearing loss can also be improved by having a pet buddy. In […]
Hearing is an essential part of a professional musician’s livelihood and art, not only a mere sense. Remarkably, many musicians still perform under the notion that hearing loss is an inescapable element of their profession. This frame of mind, which views hearing damage as an unavoidable consequence of the job, is both outdated and harmful. […]
In today’s digital age, shopping online has become quite common. The Internet offers a wide range of products, from household goods to technology and even hearing aids. Purchasing hearing aids online may, at first, seem like a great idea because of the lower cost and because you don’t have to go to see a hearing […]
Earplugs can often be a simple and effective way to fall asleep at night if you are being kept awake by troublesome noises. Noises that might be interfering with your ability to get a good night’s rest can be reduced or completely blocked out by wearing a pair of earplugs at night. With an assortment […]
