Is There a Link Between Migraines and Hearing Loss?
While having migraines does not cause hearing loss, it may increase your risk of sudden hearing loss, as well as other ear problems. Migraine Symptoms Anyone who suffers from migraines knows how debilitating they can be. They are a type of headache that can cause severe throbbing or pulsing pain. It often occurs on one…
Ways Seniors Can Protect Their Hearing
Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, can be influenced by a variety of things “including heredity, medical disease and environmental factors.” Because seniors are at a higher risk of hearing loss than the younger population, it’s important to know what steps they can take to protect their hearing health. Limit Your Exposure To Harmful…
Hearing Aids Can Help You Stay Connected This Holiday Season
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and for many of us, that means plenty of gatherings with friends and family. However, if you have hearing loss, holidays can bring about a sense of isolation and loneliness. The good news is hearing aids can help make the holidays less lonely for people with hearing loss. Hearing…
Learn About the History of Audiology Awareness Month
Right now, audiologists are celebrating Audiology Awareness Month and encouraging you to take the initiative to care for your hearing health. In honor of Audiology Awareness Month, we’re reviewing its history and how you can celebrate below. History of Audiology Awareness Month Audiology Awareness Month was established by the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) back…
How Often Should You Get a New Audiogram?
After your first hearing test, you were probably presented with your results on a graph or chart known as an audiogram. While your initial results are important in determining the best treatment options for your hearing loss, you will likely need additional hearing tests as time goes on. Let’s look at ways to determine if…
Research Finds Loud Noises Can Lead to Fluid Buildup in the Ear
According to the World Health Organization, over 1 billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices. This includes listening through headphones at a high volume for prolonged amounts of time and attending concerts and sporting events at Hertz Arena without wearing hearing protection. While it’s well established…
Why Does Hearing Loss Often Come with Age?
Hearing loss becomes more common as we age. In the United States, nearly 25% of adults between the ages of 65 to 74 and 50% of those aged 75 or older have disabling hearing loss. Causes of Age-Related Hearing Loss As we get older, we become more likely to experience changes to both the inner…
Is There a Link Between Salary & Hearing Loss?
There are more than 48 million Americans living with hearing loss. Unfortunately, only about 20% of those who could benefit from a hearing aid, the most common treatment for hearing loss, seek help. That puts millions of people at risk of an increase in mental, physical, emotional and economic issues related to living with untreated…
How to Deal with the Emotional Weight of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is that ringing, hissing or roaring sound that doesn’t have an external source. It’s a common condition, affecting roughly 50 million people across the country. Tinnitus affects everyone differently; for some it is a mild nuisance, while for others it is a debilitating experience, even causing thoughts of suicide. The Emotional Weight of Tinnitus…
Selective Hearing vs. Hearing Loss: How to Tell the Difference
You’ve probably had the experience of asking your partner to empty the dishwasher or fold the laundry only to find out later they haven’t done it. They say they didn’t hear you. You think they didn’t hear because they didn’t want to. This is colloquially referred to as “selective hearing.” What is Selective Hearing?…