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Hearing Loss and Fall Risk
Falls are a significant health concern for adults aged 65 and older. More than 25% of this age group falls annually, which can lead to other complications: one out of every 10 falls results in…
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Understanding Swollen Lymph Nodes Behind the Ear
Lymph nodes are located throughout the body: you have lymph nodes in your neck, under your chin, in your armpits and behind your ears. It’s common for lymph nodes to swell in certain circumstances, and…
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Is Hearing Loss Genetic?
If you’re wondering whether or not hearing loss is genetic, it can be, but it isn’t the most likely cause of hearing loss. Of the more than 20 different causes of hearing loss listed by…
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Can Dehydration Affect Your Hearing
Staying hydrated is essential for maintaining good health, boosting energy levels, helping regulate body temperature and supporting cognitive functions. But what’s less commonly known is how water intake can influence your hearing health. Your ears,…
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What to Know About Synesthesia
Synesthesia is a fascinating neurological condition where activating one sense unintentionally triggers another. For those with synesthesia, these experiences happen automatically and remain consistent over time. For example, some individuals see colors in response to…
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Are My Sunglasses Interfering with My Hearing Aids
Wearing hearing aids and sunglasses at the same time can feel a bit awkward at first, but it’s completely doable. With nearly 28.8 million Americans potentially benefiting from hearing aids, it’s important to address any…
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How Hearing Aids Improve Safety at Home
Hearing plays an important role in maintaining personal safety, even inside your own home. While it’s easy to think of common scenarios like hearing the doorbell ring, hearing aids offer a range of safety benefits…
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Navigating the Latest Hearing Aid Technologies
Although nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from using hearing aids, many still go without them. One reason could be due to what hearing aids are like. Today’s hearing aids are sleek, smart and highly…
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How to Talk to Your Child About Hearing Loss and Deaf Awareness
Helping your children understand hearing loss is more than a health conversation, it’s a meaningful way to teach respect for others’ differences. Whether they’ve noticed a classmate using hearing aids at Downeast School or have…
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How to Keep Your Hearing Aids in Peak Condition
Over 10% of people in the U.S. have hearing loss, and hearing aids are a common and effective treatment option. If you’ve just gotten your first pair, proper care is essential to maintain performance and…
