Sleep plays a critical role in overall health, but its impact on hearing is often overlooked. Quality sleep allows the body and brain to recover, process information, and regulate vital systems. When sleep is consistently disrupted or insufficient, it can affect more than energy levels and mood. It can also influence how well the auditory system functions and how the …
Read MoreTechnology has made it easier than ever to stay connected, entertained, and productive. From streaming music to taking calls and joining virtual meetings, headphones and earbuds have become part of daily life. Yet, with this convenience comes a growing concern: noise-induced hearing loss caused by prolonged or excessive headphone use. Understanding how to protect your hearing in the digital age …
Read MoreEver wake up with the sensation of wet ears and wonder why? The answer is simpler than you might think. This feeling is often due to the increased production of ear wax, or cerumen, which plays several crucial roles: moisturizing the skin, trapping dust, repelling insects, and offering anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties. The Role of Ear Wax Ear wax initially …
Read MoreThere’s nothing like National Protect Your Hearing Month in October to bring two important passions together — hearing health and hunting. If you love being in the great outdoors to get that perfect shot, we want to help you make it happen without hearing loss. Here’s what you need to know about safeguarding your ears while maintaining your A-game. What’s …
Read MoreHearing is critical to a child’s cognitive, social, and emotional development. If hearing loss goes undiagnosed, severe delays can occur, and speech and the ability to understand language can be affected. Early detection and intervention can minimize the negative impacts of hearing loss. Each state has established an Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program to identify hearing loss and …
Read MoreIt might seem a little strange that your audiologist is interested in your heart health. Yes, she thinks you’re wonderful and wants you to be healthy, but she also knows that there is a direct relationship between your hearing and your cardiovascular health. What’s The Link? Your inner ear (cochlea) is tiny! About the size of an aspirin tablet. And …
Read MoreAuditory Processing and Working Memory “I can hear, I just can’t understand.” Sound familiar? As an audiologist, I hear this complaint many times a day. It can be difficult, in the rush of a hearing appointment, to stop and talk about the importance of auditory processing. The focus of most of my time with patients is on the hearing aids or …
Read MoreScience is making remarkable strides in the pursuit of better treatments and a potential cure for hearing loss, a prevalent chronic condition affecting millions globally. Here are three noteworthy developments: GENETICS: Professor Xue Zhong Liu, M.D., Ph.D., from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, secured a $3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for groundbreaking research. …
Read MoreAs the last leaves fall from deciduous trees, cupboards fill with yummy holiday treats, and bears dig in for a season of sleep, are your ears ready for winter? From allergies and colder temps to the louder sounds of the season, winter can do a number on your ears if you’re caught unprepared. Experience every moment of winter cheer with …
Read MoreWhether parties or dinners, there are countless opportunities during the holidays to gather with loved ones. That means plenty of chances to practice our tips for giving yourself the greatest gift of all: connection. Read on to get started. Give Yourself a Firm Foundation Put together a holiday better-hearing kit and keep it in your bag or purse wherever …
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