Last time you were at a noisy party or a busy restaurant, what do you remember? Was it the food or the drink or was it so difficult to hear amongst all the noise? If noise is what stands out to you, then it could signal an issue with your hearing. Sure, it’s hard for...
Most people don’t give earwax a second thought except when it becomes unsightly. However, have you ever stopped to think about what earwax is? It’s that sticky sticky substance in your ears but it actually plays an important role in our hearing health. Earwax is not...
Our hearing is a sense that helps connect us to the world. When hearing loss sets in it can be more devastating than many first understand. For one thing 90 percent of all cases of hearing loss are sensorineural, which is permanent cell damage, blocking some degree of...
The New Year is a great opportunity to commit to your health and wellness. A great way you can do this is by prioritizing your hearing health. The following strategies can effectively support your hearing health in the new year. Schedule a hearing test. Though...
Did you know that hearing loss can impact mobility? Studies show that people with hearing loss were more than twice as likely to limit their movements compared to people without hearing loss. Though nearly 1 in 6 people live with some degree of hearing loss, only a...
While going to the movie theater is a favorite pastime for many of us, it can be hazardous for hearing health. Loud noise is a common cause of hearing loss, the third most pervasive health condition people experience today. Nearly 1 in 6 people (over 48 million) live...