Hearing Blog

A child screaming, a loud television, a blaring stereo, the vacuum cleaner, sound is everywhere. Birds chirping, the clacking of a computer keyboard and traffic, sounds are comforting – until they become too loud and irritating and then they are noise. Too much exposure, or too long of exposure to noise can be harmful. If you suspect you have hearing loss from noise exposure you should schedule an exam at Hearing Aid Specialists of the...

“How can I wear headphones to listen to music if I have a hearing aid?” is a question that often arises among folks utilizing hearing instruments. For most users, this is really a two part question. One is of compatibility and comfort, and the other is of attribution to hearing loss. Depending on which hearing devices people wear, they may find headphones impossible to put on. If the headphones don’t sit properly around the hearing...

September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Alzheimer’s is a brain condition that affects parts of the brain that control thought, memory and language. Just as untreated hearing loss robs you of life’s pleasures, so does dementia, the of the most common forms of Alzheimer’s. Studies here and in Europe and Asia have linked untreated hearing loss with the onset of dementia. Contact Hearing Aid Specialists of the Central Coast today for your free hearing evaluation and...

When it comes to avoiding loud noises, most of us can recognize sound hazards in the world, things like airplane noise, traffic, factory sounds, fireworks, loud crowds and live concerts. We may have a harder time however, recognizing the hearing threats that live a little closer to home. Household items and appliances, while designed for home use, can still contribute to hearing problems. Here are a few of the worst offenders:   Stereos and Personal...