Age-related hearing loss is a prevalent issue affecting a significant portion of the aging population, with nearly two-thirds of adults over 70 in the United States experiencing some degree of auditory decline. This decline, attributed to natural changes within the inner ear, middle ear, and neural pathways, often manifests gradually and can result in various challenges, including communication difficulties, feelings …
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These Delicious Side Dishes Are Good for Your Blood Sugar and Your Hearing
According to the National Institutes of Health, those with diabetes are twice as likely to have hearing loss. Because we’re deep into the grilling months, we’re offering a couple of delicious diabetes-friendly side-dish recipes for your next cookout that will tickle taste buds, turn heads, and take it easy on your blood sugar. Stuffed Mushrooms Ingredients (serves 12) Stuffing 6 …
Read MoreHow the Montana VA Supports Hearing Health
May is Better Hearing Month and to celebrate we’re giving away a different prize each week! Week 5 is the grand prize — a Polk Magnifi One home-theater sound system. Call us today for your chance to win!* As a service-disabled veteran, I can certainly identify with many who are frustrated with the frailties of the Veterans Affairs health care …
Read MoreLet’s Celebrate!
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, a nice reminder to take care of your hearing health and celebrate your better hearing! Here’s a reflection on all things hearing: Better Hearing Month, hearing loss, protection and prevention, plus hearing technology! What Is Better Hearing Month? For over 75 years, May has been designated Better Hearing Month. This monthlong campaign creates …
Read MoreOlympic Heroes With Hearing Loss
Overcoming hearing loss one challenge at a time In less than a week, the world will watch the accumulation of years of hard work and dedication come to a head during intense competitions at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. Each athlete who has the honor of participating in the Olympics has their own unique story, but today we’re focusing …
Read MoreHow to Discuss Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss Is a Part of Your Life, Not Your Life Those affected by hearing loss may have difficulty explaining to friends, family, co-workers, and strangers how their life changed when they started to lose their hearing. Though it’s difficult to articulate and navigate all that comes with having a hearing impairment, these conversations can be very empowering for both you and …
Read MorePlan Your Summer Around Fun, Not Your Hearing Loss
Kick Off Your Outdoor Fun With These Helpful Tips Almost 50 percent of Americans regularly participate in at least one outdoor activity, according to the Outdoor Foundation’s 2014 survey. From biking, hiking, trail running, and camping to boating, fishing, hunting, and bird-watching, the options are endless for outdoor fun. Add a dash of summer, which brings out the adventurer in …
Read MoreFive Ways Better Hearing Can Help Your Career
What Successful Business Traits Do You Possess When you made the choice to improve your hearing, you also made the choice to improve your life — which includes your career and earnings. A study from the Better Hearing Institute reported that hearing aid use reduces the risk of losing income by 90 to 100 percent for those with mild hearing …
Read More10 Things You Don’t Want to Miss Hearing
Keeping resolutions is a little easier with some lighthearted encouragement, so we’ve written our favorite moments that are best enjoyed with better hearing. From a grandchild’s first words to the melodic rhythm of your car humming down the highway, our ability to hear clearly enriches our daily lives. Whether you’re going through hearing loss yourself or supporting someone who is, …
Read MoreYour Hearing Test – What Should You Expect?
Navigating a hearing test can be an enlightening journey toward better hearing and improved quality of life. While the prospect of a hearing evaluation may seem daunting, it’s essential to remember that this experience is primarily designed to be informative and enjoyable. In this blog, we’ll delve into what you should expect during a hearing test and how to make …
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