Hearing loss can be caused by heart disease. The connection between hearing loss and heart disease was made decades ago, but scientists and researchers were unsure of the connection. In recent years, it has become clear that the issue lies within the very fine circulation in the inner ear and the disruptions that are caused by poor heart function. Charles …
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New Year, New You: 8 Better-Hearing Resolutions to Kick Off 2018!
Dec 11, 2017
From getting healthier, saving money, and living life to the fullest to embracing technology, exploring new places, and letting loved ones pitch in, we’re taking New Year’s resolutions to the next level with eight ideas to support your hearing health and quality of life. Here’s to making 2018 the best year yet! Getting Fit It’s no secret that obesity can …
Read More6 Tips to Keep Your Technology Going Strong
Dec 11, 2017
Does hearing technology call for ongoing professional upkeep? Can I handle any needed maintenance at home? How can I tell whether my devices are damaged? Where can I take them for replacement or repair? Much like today’s tablets and cell phones, hearing aids are powered by complex technology that may require professional attention in certain circumstances, but a little …
Read MoreA New Study Finds That Chronic Tinnitus Keeps Your Brain From Resting
Dec 11, 2017
An Elusive Subject Tinnitus has proven to be particularly hard for the medical community to study. It can’t be measured like blood pressure or eyesight, and results from study to study are inconsistent because of the variability of patients’ experiences — the type of sound, which ears are affected, whether it’s debilitating, the duration, even the patient’s age. Recently, however, …
Read MoreDiscover the Surprising Connection: Rheumatoid Arthritis and Hearing Loss
Dec 01, 2017
Recent findings from the Open Rheumatology Journal have unveiled an unexpected link between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and hearing loss, marking a groundbreaking exploration into the intricacies of these two seemingly unrelated health aspects. Traditionally, hearing loss has been associated with various factors such as age, smoking, cognitive decline, heart health, and an overall decrease in quality of life. However, this …
Read MoreFootball Fans! Here’s to Your Best (Hearing) Season Yet
Oct 03, 2017
Loud NFL stadiums have become a source of pride for fans and teams across the country. But with stadium noise exceeding safe decibel (sound pressure) levels, it’s also a source of hearing loss. Cheering fans can push decibel (dB) levels well into the hundreds. At these levels, it only takes 1 to 15 minutes for the sound to damage your …
Read MoreYou Can Delay Age-Related Hearing Loss
Aug 04, 2017
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 …
Read MoreThese Delicious Side Dishes Are Good for Your Blood Sugar and Your Hearing
Jul 07, 2017
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 27, 2017
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 MoreAssistive Listening Devices (ALDs) Can Improve Your Hearing & Your Quality of Life
May 13, 2017
When many people think of adapting to life with hearing loss, the first thing that comes to mind is most likely wearing a hearing aid. While these devices can make a difference for the user, they shouldn’t be the only thing a person relies upon all day and night. Investing in assistive listening devices for the home can help fill …
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