Hearing loss is a diverse condition affecting all ages and manifesting itself in different ways. One of the many possible causes of hearing loss is medication use, specifically painkillers. A study funded by the US National Institutes of Health was conducted to test correlation between …
If you have a loved one with hearing loss, you know how difficult it can be for them to communicate and regularly use their hearing aids. This can be made even more difficult if they reside in a nursing home. There are steps you can …
November is American Diabetes Month and to celebrate, let’s learn more about diabetes and hearing loss. Over 37 million Americans are living with diabetes. Hearing loss is twice as common in those with diabetes compared to those without diabetes. Diabetes If you or someone you …
Hearing loss, prevalent in older adults, has been linked by previous studies to depressive symptoms and cognitive decline. Lesser known are the impacts of treated hearing loss on the same health outcomes. Hearing Loss and Treatment Options Age related hearing loss is a type of …
Head injuries are a common cause of hospitalizations in the United States. From motor skills and function to sensory losses, the side effects and potential long term impacts of head injuries can be devastating. What is a Head Injury? Head injuries can range from a …
Living with hearing loss presents many challenges, but is it a disability? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a disability as either a physical or mental condition that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Doctor’s appointments, meetings at work, and family gatherings …
A recent study has revealed that over half of 8- to 12-year-olds listen to music daily, and nearly two-thirds of teenagers do. And it’s becoming clear that many of these young people are listening to music in their headphones at unsafe levels, an activity that …
Factors other than age and noise can hurt your hearing health. Did you know that hearing loss is linked to smoking and drinking? People who smoke daily or drink a lot are also more likely to lose their hearing. Here’s everything you need to know …
Hearing loss is linked to increased heart disease and diabetes rates and has significantly contributed to depression, anxiety, and social isolation. Hearing loss is also connected to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. You can’t fully understand the impact of hearing loss until you understand how hearing …
Hearing loss is often called an “invisible disability” because it is not always clear when someone has it, and people often don’t talk about it. On average, people with hearing loss don’t do anything about it for seven years. Studies show that only one in …