There’s a good chance you’ve landed here because you’ve noticed a few changes in your hearing. Maybe you’re finding it a bit harder to catch every word in a conversation, or perhaps you’ve started turning up the volume a little bit more than usual on your favorite tunes. It’s more common than you might think, and it’s something we, as …
Preparing Your Hearing for the Concert Season
Music is in the air this summer! Everywhere you turn, there’s a lively beat, from the street corners where talented buskers belt out those golden old classics, to the fancy opera houses that come alive with their concert season. Summer is like a giant jam session, where music takes over and fills our souls with joy. Before we dive into …
How Do I Recognize the Signs of Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss can be a gradual process, and many people may not even realize that they are experiencing hearing loss until it has progressed to a severe level. Recognizing the signs of hearing loss and seeking early treatment is crucial for maintaining good hearing health and preventing further damage. Let’s discuss the signs of hearing loss, the causes, prevention, and …
Is Your High Blood Pressure Putting Your Hearing at Risk?
If you have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, you may be at risk for hearing loss. While high blood pressure is often associated with heart disease and stroke, many people are unaware of its impact on hearing health. In this article, we will explore the link between high blood pressure and hearing loss, as well as ways to …
Treat Hearing Loss Early This World Hearing Day!
World Hearing Day is observed on March 3rd, an annual event that raises awareness of hearing loss and promotes ear and hearing care for all. This year’s theme, “Ear and hearing care for all,” highlights the importance of integrating ear and hearing care within primary care. However, it is not enough for healthcare providers to offer hearing care services. The …
Tips for Dining in Loud Restaurants
Do you often find yourself struggling to hear your dinner companion over the din of clanging dishes and loud music in restaurants? You’re not alone! Unfortunately, many restaurants are so loud that they can cause discomfort, headaches, and even hearing damage. But enough is enough. It’s time for us to take a stand and demand better for our hearing health. …
Add Improved Hearing To Your New Year’s Health Goals!
The holiday season can be a difficult time for those with hearing loss. For example, in loud and busy environments like holiday parties or shopping malls, it can be difficult for those with hearing loss to hear and understand others. This can lead to feelings of isolation and frustration. One way to help manage hearing loss during the holiday season …
A Closer Look At Earwax
Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a substance produced in the ear canal. It is often seen as unpleasant and gross but serves several vital bodily functions. This blog post will take a closer look at earwax and its role in our ears. The Role of Earwax in Our Ears Earwax has several vital functions in our ears: It acts …
This November, Test Your Hearing in Honor of American Diabetes Month
Every November, American Diabetes Month is conducted to promote awareness and assist those living with this condition. Diabetes education events and workshops are given to educate people about the disease, answer questions, and assist individuals to learn how to avoid or manage diabetes. A report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2017 says that more than 100 …
All About Earwax
While earwax isn’t pretty, it’s essential in helping our inner-ear stay healthy and works well. What we know about earwax tells us how to clean our ears and deal with problems when there is too much earwax in the ear canal. Many of us want to clean the ear canal with something like a cotton swab, but this simple-looking action …