Hearing Blog

Artificial intelligence (AI) used to seem like only part of sci-fi fantasy stories. This technology seemed to drive robots that flew through the galaxy and had endless and precise information to share. Slowly AI is becoming part of our everyday life. While most of us don’t live with human-like robots, our smartphones, our Internet use and even cars are using AI to make our lives easier even if we don’t realize it.  One area where...

With 48 million in the US alone, hearing loss is not a rare disability and can affect people of all ages. The dangers of ignoring hearing loss pertain to more than just your ears and affect your relationships, your sense of independence, your safety, your mental health and cognitive function.  The longer you go without identifying and treating hearing loss, the worse these symptoms can become and some of them are sadly irreversible.  Find out...

Everyone ages, but with some attention and care you can take steps to grow old gracefully. This means making sure you get regular exercise, keep up with your doctor visits and make sure you eat a healthy balanced diet. What you put in your body can affect your cholesterol, your weight, and your mood, but did you know that your diet also could affect your hearing ability? New findings have linked healthy eating practices with...

There are approximately 3 million head injuries in the US each year, ranging from severe and life-threatening injuries to mild concussions. Head injuries can lead to changes in motor abilities, changes in mood, and even impaired cognitive function. Injuries can also lead to permanent hearing loss and tinnitus.   Main Causes of Head Injuries Traumatic head injuries can be caused by any fall, bump, or blow to the head. A shaking or jolting of the...