October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
Masks & the Hard of Hearing
For the roughly 48 million Americans with hearing loss, communication is challenging enough under the best of circumstances. Meanwhile, the global coronavirus pandemic has created additional unexpected obstacles. Many hard of hearing individuals rely on lip-reading in order to communicate with others. With local health orders requiring people to wear face masks to help slow…
Does Owl Research Hold the Key to Improved Pediatric Hearing Tests?
Identifying your child’s hearing loss as soon as possible is the key to the development of their speech and language skills. But without their ability to participate in the hearing testing process, audiologists are working with limited information. One researcher thinks he identified the answer from an unlikely source — owl research. New Use of…
Distance Learning & Hearing Loss
Attending school with hearing loss is challenging. COVID-19 has added another layer to the already complex situation, as many schools throughout California have transitioned from in-person to online learning. Below is a guide for parents on how to help your hearing-impaired child navigate online school. Reduce Background Noise Kids with hearing loss have a hard…
What Is High-Frequency Hearing Loss?
It is estimated that around 48 million Americans experience hearing loss. One of the most common types of hearing loss is high-frequency hearing loss – a condition that describes difficulty hearing and understanding higher-pitch sounds. High-frequency hearing loss can affect anybody, but those most susceptible are older adults and those exposed to excessive loud noises….
Link Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Hearing Loss
It may surprise you to learn that if you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you’re at an increased risk for ear problems – in particular, hearing loss and autoimmune ear disease. This is because RA affects the tiny bones, joints and cartilage in the inner ear. What the Studies Show A 2006 article published in the…
Hearing Loss Linked to Loneliness and Isolation
Many people around the world are suffering from loneliness and isolation after weeks of following stay-at-home orders. There is another condition besides COVID-19 contributing to these feelings, however, and it affects one in five people: hearing loss. Hearing loss makes connecting with others difficult. Because of this, many people with the condition lose interest in…
Can Exercise Cause Hearing Loss?
Exercise has a number of benefits, including improving your body and your mind. But it does have some downsides, especially when it comes to your hearing. The two biggest dangers to your hearing while exercising come in the form of lifting weights and listening to music. Dangers of Weightlifting When weightlifting, you put your body…
Why People Don’t Seek Hearing Loss Treatment
Most people get glasses when they realize they can’t see and have their cavities filled when they can’t chew without pain, but for some reason, seeking treatment for hearing loss is not deemed as essential. Below are the top three reasons why individuals with hearing loss put off seeking treatment. They Can Hear Fine Hearing…
Talk to Your Loved Ones About Their Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a deeply personal topic for many people. When you can’t hear well and have to rely on technology and accommodations from others in order to communicate, it can make you feel like you’ve lost your independence and autonomy. In addition, feeling like you’re missing out on conversations never feels good, no matter…