What Are the Benefits of Newborn Hearing Testing?
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately two to three of every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss in one or both ears. Left untreated, this can have major impacts for speech and language development. We review more benefits of newborn and infant hearing testing below. Who Should Be…
What Smoke Alarms Work Best for People with Hearing Loss?
According to the National Fire Protection Association, the risk of dying in reported home structure fires is 55% lower in homes with working smoke alarms than in homes with no smoke alarms or none that work. For many, the blaring sound a smoke alarm makes is all they need to get themselves to safety. But…
Benefits of Treating Hearing Loss Early
Did you know that hearing loss is a progressive condition? This means it develops slowly over time, and many people are unaware they have it until it advances beyond a stage that can be treated easily. Research shows that only 20% of people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wears them, and those who…
Tips for Camping with Hearing Loss
Camping at Pine Lake RV Campground is great for your physical and mental health. In fact, one study found that spending time outdoors is linked to increased cognition and better mood. But if you have hearing loss, there are some extra steps you need to take in order to prepare for a camping trip. We…
Hearing Loss & Listening Fatigue
Do you ever feel exhausted after conversing with friends at a dinner party at South Kitchen + Bar? This is a common feeling, especially for people with hearing loss, and is referred to by audiologists as listening fatigue. What Is Listening Fatigue? Inside the inner ears are tiny hair cells known as stereocilia. The stereocilia’s…
Stress Awareness Month: How Stress Affects Hearing
April is Stress Awareness Month. That means there’s no better time to start managing your stress levels, which can be elevated if you experience hearing loss. Below we review how hearing loss and elevated stress are connected and how you can better manage your stress. The Connection Between Hearing Loss & Stress There are several…
Correcting Hearing Aid Myths
Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions surrounding hearing loss and hearing aids. In this post, we review the most common hearing-related myths and provide the truths behind them. Myth: Hearing Aids Restore Hearing Like Glasses Restore Vision Hearing aids cannot restore hearing or cure hearing loss. While hearing aids are like glasses…
When to See an Audiologist
You probably already know how often you need to check in with your primary care provider or go to the dentist for a cleaning. However, you might not be sure when to see an audiologist. Let’s examine a few key issues that require making an appointment with a hearing health provider. Earwax Buildup Causing Problems…
How Oticon’s Research Is Improving Hearing Aids
Selective attention refers to the brain’s natural ability to prioritize and organize sounds. It is important for social interactions as it allows us to focus on our conversation partner’s voice, monitor our surroundings and switch our attention when necessary. The new Oticon Opn S is the first hearing aid proven to enhance selective attention and…
Should You Wear Hearing Aids All the Time?
If you have hearing aids you should wear them during all waking hours, apart from a few exceptions. Doing so will help ensure you are getting all the benefits possible from your device. Why You Should Wear Your Hearing Aids All Day Gets you in the habit. Being a first-time hearing aid user is a…