Our ears are essential to the act of balancing, and they operate in a number of ways. The most important function of the ears in the process of balancing has … Read More
Hearing Aids vs. Hearing Amplifiers
On the surface, hearing aids and hearing amplifiers seem like the same thing. Both work to make sounds louder so that you can hear them even after incurring hearing loss. … Read More
Protect Your Ears at Your Favorite Sporting Events
Hearing protection is becoming more and more common at live music events and concerts. Those who attend these performances know they are in for an extremely loud experience, and many … Read More
Weather Preparedness Tips for People with Hearing Loss
Think about the last time there was a threatening weather event, such as a serious snowstorm, tornado, hurricane, or tropical storm. How did you find out that the dangerous weather … Read More
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!
Spring is a time for new beginnings, and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has taken the opportunity to remind us of the importance of speech and hearing health. Each May … Read More
Things People with Hearing Loss Wish You Knew
Anyone with hearing loss knows it can be tough to explain to others just what you’re going through. You can describe how sounds seem muffled, or how you feel so … Read More
Investing in Your Health: Treating Hearing Loss
Roughly 40 million Americans have hearing loss. Sadly, even those who are aware that they can’t hear well avoid seeking treatment. On average, people wait 5 to 7 years before … Read More
Talking about Hearing Loss: Why Your Disclosure Method Matters
Have you been living with untreated hearing loss? Do you struggle to follow conversations, or often get lost in group situations? If you’ve been straining to hear, you need to … Read More
Adjusting to New Hearing Aids
After months or even years of struggling to understand what is happening in the world around you, your new hearing aids are sure to improve your life in countless ways. … Read More
Things to Consider when Selecting Hearing Aids
Congratulations! By simply acknowledging that you need hearing aids, you have already taken the first and most important step toward a better life. Recognizing that you need assistance can be … Read More