Tips to Lower Your Risk of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss causes are generally categorized as congenital or acquired. Congenital hearing loss is caused by factors present at birth, such as genetics, maternal diabetes and more. Because these causes are present at birth, they cannot be changed. Acquired causes are a little different. Acquired causes are those acquired after birth during any time in…
How Does Cardiovascular Health Contribute To Hearing Loss?
Good cardiovascular health greatly improves your quality of life and may even help prevent hearing loss. Let’s take a look at the effect poor cardiovascular health may have on hearing loss, as well as how you can prevent it. The Effect of Cardiovascular Disease on Hearing Loss A study on the influence of cardiovascular health…
The Relationship Between Fear and Hearing Loss
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” This means hearing loss is an extremely common condition. That being said, it doesn’t mean being faced with the diagnosis isn’t at least a little bit scary. There are…
How to Tell if Your Loved One Has Hearing Loss
According to an article published in the National Library of Medicine, “In adults, the prevalence [of hearing loss] appears to be nearly two-thirds of adults over 70 years of age in the United States, though it may be much higher.” If you have an older loved one who seems to experience hearing loss, it’s important…
How To Make the Most of Dating With Hearing Loss
Dating always has the potential to be a little nerve-wracking! If you have hearing loss, you may be worried about how it might impact your dating life or how to talk about it with any new potential partners. Let’s go over a few ways to make the most of dating when you have hearing loss….
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…
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…