Hearing Blog

If you’re attending university or college this year, you have a lot on your plate. From attending lectures to getting papers handed in on time, to leaving room in your schedule for extracurriculars, campus life can be stressful. And if you’re struggling to hear, some aspects of university life might seem almost impossible. Here are a few tips to help you have a great semester whatever your level of hearing.   Accessing the Right Resources...

Just as it’s important to pay attention what your children are eating or drinking, it is equally important to be aware of the sounds they are exposed to on a regular basis. Noise-induced hearing loss can impact anyone of all ages, and is often preventable. Research shows that close to five million children in the U.S. suffer from this condition. As the school year has just begun, make sure your children are well protected from...

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...

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...