It can be very frustrating and uncomfortable when your ears are itching. While your instinct might lead you to use your finger or a small object to scratch the itch, it is essential to know the underlying cause first. Identifying the root cause of your ear itch will help you determine the safest and most […]
Everyone loves the concept of a miracle cure that helps increase your lifespan. That’s why you can find a huge number of these miracle cures all over the internet promising longevity if you do this one trick. The vast majority of these alleged cures have no medical foundation and are not backed by the healthcare […]
The majority of individuals aren’t proactive about their hearing health and probably haven’t had a hearing screening since grade school because it’s usually not part of a routine adult physical. The good news: Hearing tests are easy, painless, and provide a wealth of insight to professional hearing specialists, both for diagnosing hearing issues and assessing […]
When we were younger, we often ignored the long-term health consequences of what we ate, we were more interested in taste and instant gratification. However, as adults, we’ve come to understand that what we eat significantly affects our well-being in surprising ways. One surprising way poor nutrition can have negative consequences, according to recent research, […]
The average summer day is usually filled with fun experiences and happenings, from motorcycle rides to family reunions to fireworks to sporting events. The majority of these activities are perfectly safe and healthy, but there are some that do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. That’s because loud noises, over time, can harm […]
Love of the open road and the thrill of speed top the list of reasons why people love riding motorcycles. However, if you’re a devoted rider, you should be aware of a significant risk: research has linked this thrilling hobby to irreversible hearing damage. The effect of motorcycle speed and riding duration on hearing health […]
You scheduled a hearing test but you’re so busy it’s reasonable that you would have forgotten about it. Thankfully, you just received that reminder text from the clinic, and you still have time to prepare. So… what should you do? The success of your appointment will be increased with just a little bit of basic […]
Summer is all about sunshine, relaxation, and plenty of social experiences. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for individuals who have hearing loss. Fear not, as with a bit of preparation and thought, you can make sure that your summer experiences are still enjoyable. Get the most out of summer with […]
Did you know that high blood pressure can also increase your chance of developing age-related hearing loss? Age-related hearing loss normally starts to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. Your symptoms could progress slowly and be mostly invisible, but this type of hearing loss is permanent. Usually, it’s the consequence of many years of […]
Age-associated hearing loss can have broad impacts across your overall life. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your mental clarity can also be impacted. Over time, hearing loss can intensely impact the way your brain works in ways that directly impact your mood, your memory, and more. The […]
