Most people recognize the common causes of hearing loss, but some chemicals can also cause hearing loss which can be surprising. At risk groups include automotive workers, plastics, textiles, metal fabrication, and petroleum. Being aware of what these harmful chemicals are and what precautions you should take can help preserve your quality of life. Certain […]
Music is a major part of Aiden’s life. While he’s out jogging, he listens to Pandora, while working it’s Spotify, and he has a playlist for everything he does: gaming, gym time, cooking, and everything else. His headphones are pretty much always on, his life a completely soundtracked affair. But permanent hearing damage may be […]
You’re lying down in bed trying to sleep when you begin to notice the sound: a beating or perhaps a throbbing, possibly a whooshing, inside of your ear. The sound is rhythmic and tuned in to your heartbeat. And no matter how hard you try, you can’t tune it out. It keeps you up, which […]
Because you’re so hip, you were in the front row for the whole rock concert last night. It isn’t exactly hearing-healthy, but it’s fun, and the next morning, you wake up with two ringing ears. (That’s not as enjoyable.) But what if you wake up and can only hear out of one ear? Well, if […]
Congrats! Modern hearing aids are an amazing piece of technology, and you’ve just become the proud owner of a shiny new set. But, just like with all new devices, there will be things that hearing aid owners wish somebody had told them. Let’s look at nine common mistakes new hearing aid wearers make and how […]
Are you going mad with that tinnitus in your ears? Discover whether your tinnitus is inherited or what the cause may be. Tinnitus, what exactly is it? Tinnitus is the name referring to a person’s perception of a ringing, droning, or buzzing in the ear with no external stimulus present to explain this sensation. The […]
Feeling younger can be accomplished in numerous ways. However, one approach to staying young that isn’t usually mentioned is to protect your hearing. Diet and exercise have been publicized for years as a confirmed way to increase your lifespan while improving your quality of life. It also helps prevent heart disease, cancer, and promotes weight […]
Summertime has some activities that are simply staples: Air shows, concerts, fireworks, state fairs, Nascar races, etc. The crowds, and the noise levels, are growing as more of these activities are going back to normal. But sometimes this can lead to problems. Because let’s be honest: this isn’t the first loud concert that’s caused your […]
Hearing loss can be caused by numerous things and is generally very aggravating. Although hearing loss is commonly caused by age or an injury, in some circumstances, hearing loss might be a symptom of a more severe root medical condition. These are some hearing loss red flags you should watch for Hearing loss will frequently […]
Hearing aids are intended to help make up for your unique hearing loss problem. If your hearing aids are causing headaches or any other kind of discomfort, whether you’ve been using them for years or you’re a new user, there’s a solution. If your hearing aid is properly adjusted it will meet your personal needs […]
