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 This frame of mind, which views hearing damage as an unavoidable consequence of the job, is both outdated and harmful.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 […]
We can anticipate some specific health changes as our loved ones age. Hearing loss is one of the most predominant of these health issues. According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from some degree of hearing loss. And for people who are […]
Most individuals think that as they get older hearing loss will be inevitable. In reality, damage from recurring exposure to loud noise is also a leading factor. Every exposure to loud sounds, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through loud earbuds, accumulates over time, leading to permanent hearing loss. Preventable hearing loss is […]
It’s really common for people to experience tinnitus. Something like 20 million people regularly cope with persistent tinnitus so intense that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more common presentations of tinnitus which are much more mild and sporadic and are also easier to deal with. When you hear sounds in your ears that […]
Even slight hearing loss can considerably impact everyday life, affecting relationships with friends, family members, and co-workers, as well as complicating routine activities such as grocery shopping. But transformative changes can be established by the use of properly tuned hearing aids. Ten reasons why you should think about hearing aids While the chief benefit of […]
It might seem as if the roots of noise-induced hearing loss are functionally well-established. After all, the name itself suggests a fairly direct cause-and-effect relationship. Our fundamental understanding is that permanent hearing damage is a result of exposure to overly loud noise over a long period of time. Though we’ve known this for some time […]
