Hearing Blog

Do you ever hear a ring in your ears that seems to be coming from nowhere? This is a symptom of tinnitus, often considered a symptom of a disease, rather than a disease itself, it can manifest as various static sounds that have now external source. If tinnitus occurs every now and then it probably won’t bother you too much but in certain instances tinnitus can be so severe that it becomes debilitating. It can...

Many people don’t take hearing loss as seriously as they should. While it starts as small miscommunications and the need to ask people to repeat themselves, it can quickly escalate into serious rifts in communication and the loss of awareness of the environment. The effects of hearing loss are often permanent causing the American Disability Act to recognize hearing loss of at least 90 decibels or more as a disability.   How Common is Hearing...

Hearing aids are an essential investment for people with hearing loss. These savvy devices offer countless benefits that enhance hearing health and daily life. Hearing aids strengthen communication, increase spatial awareness, improve relationships, and enrich social engagement. They also support the brain, reducing health risks associated with untreated hearing loss. These benefits allow people to reconnect with others, themselves, and the world in powerful and present ways.  With any significant purchase, it is important to...

There is a spectrum of hearing loss that ranges from mild to profound. Symptoms and experiences of navigating daily life with impaired hearing is informed by the degree and type of hearing loss one has. This means that a person can hear decently and still have hearing loss which is why putting off treatment is dangerous for hearing health. People often assume that because they may experience some signs of hearing loss but can still...