by Los Gatos Audiology | Nov 28, 2022 | Hearing Health
Did you know that painkiller use can lead to hearing loss for women? Studies show that using over the counter painkillers like ibuprofen as little as twice a week can damage hearing health. Though these medications provide immediate relief, it is important to be aware...
by Los Gatos Audiology | Nov 28, 2022 | Hearing Health, Hearing Loss
Did you know that people with diabetes can be more than twice as likely to experience hearing loss? Studies show that there is a significant link between diabetes and hearing loss. Participate in American Diabetes Month by scheduling an appointment to have your...
by Los Gatos Audiology | Nov 18, 2022 | Hearing Health
Hearing loss is the third most common chronic medical condition that older adults experience today. In fact, the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders estimates that 1 in 3 adults, ages 65-74 have hearing loss. This increases to half of all...
by Los Gatos Audiology | Sep 30, 2022 | Hearing Health, Hearing Loss
Did you know that smoking and drinking can increase the risk of developing hearing loss? Studies identify smoking and drink as factors that can contribute to causing hearing loss. Nearly 1 in 6 people have some degree of impaired hearing which affects over 48 million...
by Los Gatos Audiology | Sep 5, 2022 | Health, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss
The CDC estimates that 37 million people have diabetes – 11.3% of the U.S. population. Every year, an estimated 1.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes according to the American Diabetes Association. Diabetes can impact health in various ways including...
by Los Gatos Audiology | Aug 29, 2022 | Health, Hearing Aid Technology, Hearing Aids, Hearing Health
Hearing loss is the third most common chronic condition facing Americans today. Nearly 40 million adults over the age of 18 years old reported having trouble hearing. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you already know that you have hearing loss or suspect that you...
