After a hearing test, one of the inevitable questions is “how bad is my hearing.” This can be a tricky question to answer as your hearing ability is dependent not only the loudness at which…

For our last post on maintaining your hearing health in 2016 we will discuss sensory deprivation. This is the idea that hearing deteriorates faster in those with untreated hearing loss versus those who have sought…

Today we will examine the link between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Several recent studies have indicated that there is a relationship between hearing loss and dementia. One such study found that adults with hearing…

Last time we discussed how important our hearing is to maintaining our social relationships. Another reason to have our hearing checked regularly is personal safety. We often take it for granted that we will hear…

It’s a new year and great time to resolve to take your hearing health seriously in 2016. Over the next several posts we will be discussing the importance of maintaining your hearing health for a…

Many of us don’t like to admit when something is wrong. We often put off treatment as long as possible. This is especially true of hearing loss, where people wait an average of 7-10 years…

There are many causes of hearing loss. Some are obvious, such as exposure to loud noise. Others are not as well known. Take diabetes for example. In 2008, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), conducted…

Did you know your ears never rest? You are still ‘hearing’ even when you sleep. Your ears are active and keep you connected to the world every hour of every day. Yet, we often take…

Summer is wrapping up, and for most of us that means getting back into the full swing of things at work. This can be difficult environment for those with hearing loss. For example, misunderstandings may…