Addressing hearing loss goes beyond enhancing auditory experiences—it positively influences various aspects of life, including confidence, physical health, and relationships. However, there’s a lesser-known but crucial benefit: the positive impact on cognitive health, particularly in the context of dementia. Recent studies, such as the one published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, shed light on the substantial role …
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Paw-nder This: Hearing Loss Also Affects Our Canine Fur-ends
Mar 22, 2019
Dogs. They’re just like us. They’re gaga for treats. They love it when the mail comes. And they’re always down for some playtime in the park. But did you know? Man’s best friend has something else in common with us humans: hearing loss. HOW COMMON IS HEARING LOSS IN DOGS? With an estimated 20 percent of Americans 12 and older, …
Read MoreHeart Health and Hearing: An Unlikely Relationship
Feb 12, 2019
It 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 MoreBeyond the Ear: Auditory Processing and Working Memory
Jan 14, 2019
Auditory 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 MoreTackling Hearing Loss: Hope for Tomorrow, Help Right Now
Jan 04, 2019
Science 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 MoreNew Tech for a New Year
Jan 04, 2019
With hearing tech is in its heyday, we want to tell you about three AGX® series we’re excited about. AGXR Q Available in replaceable-battery and rechargeable options, the AGXR is a standout. You hear more of what’s around you, what you hear is more nuanced, loud sounds aren’t distorted, and soft sounds don’t get lost in background noise. Plus, you …
Read MoreWinter’s Here: Protect Your Ears
Jan 04, 2019
As 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 MoreOnline Hearing Tests: Can They Help?
Dec 15, 2018
From blood-pressure kiosks in retail stores and vision exams online to home kits that test for HIV, blood-sugar levels, colon cancer, and more, the do-it-yourself approach to health screening continues to expand as the demand for greater convenience and consumer empowerment grows. Even online hearing tests are a part of the DIY mix, but do they work? What role can …
Read MoreStay Connected During the Holidays: 7 Tips for Hearing Your Best
Oct 09, 2018
Whether 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 …
Read MoreWhen Hearing Aids Go Haywire: 5 Tips and Tricks to Keep Tech on Track
Oct 09, 2018
While more advanced and powerful than ever, hearing aids are still very delicate pieces of machinery. It is relatively easy to damage them, and occasionally, units malfunction of their own accord. When this happens, you should always make an appointment with your audiologist to have the issue addressed by a professional, but if you find yourself in a bind and …
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