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Do I Need To Protect My Hearing After a Hearing Loss Diagnosis?
Nearly 20% of the global population has some degree of hearing loss1. Most permanent cases arise when the tiny hair cells in the inner ear that transmit sound to the brain die off. Your degree…
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Earwax Explained: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Get a Cleaning
Earwax, also called cerumen, is a natural part of our ears and serves a very specific function. It keeps our ears clean by catching dust, germs and other debris before they can reach the eardrum,…
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How to Prevent Hearing Loss This Summer
Summer is filled with noise and energy. Activities like boating, doing yardwork and attending outdoor concerts are what build precious summer memories. However, they can also harm your hearing due to their high volumes. How…
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Why Spring Is a Smart Time for a Hearing Checkup
There is no “wrong” time to get a hearing test. If you’ve been putting off a regular hearing checkup, there’s no time like the present. However, spring offers a great opportunity to catch up on…
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Understanding Your Hearing Test Results and Next Steps
Looking at a bunch of X’s and O’s? That’s not a tic-tac-toe board; it’s your audiogram: a printout of your hearing test results that displays your hearing ability. This grid may look a little confusing…
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What to Expect at Your First Hearing Evaluation
If you’ve noticed any symptoms of hearing loss, then it’s time to consider scheduling a hearing evaluation with an audiologist. Hearing loss treatment starts with an evaluation, which will determine what tones you can hear…
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Early Signs You Might Need a Hearing Test
Perhaps you don’t think you have any symptoms of hearing loss, or perhaps you think the gaps in your hearing are manageable, or perhaps you’re hesitant to begin a new health program—there are many reasons…
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Hearing Better at Noisy Holiday Parties
Holiday parties are fun, festive and loud. Conversations fly back and forth, and often there’s loud music playing. This energy is why we love attending holiday parties, but it can make it difficult to hear…
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The Connection Between Hearing Aids and the Loneliness Epidemic
In 2023, the then-acting U.S. Surgeon General released a report that brought our attention to a phenomenon known as the loneliness epidemic. The report states that about half of U.S. adults agree that they are…
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How Can a Concussion Affect Hearing?
Aging and loud noise exposure aren’t the only causes of hearing loss. It’s quite common to experience hearing loss or noise sensitivity following a head injury, such as a concussion. The Centers for Disease Control…
