How Smoking & Drinking May Affect Hearing
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...
A Link between Hearing Loss & Diabetes
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...
FACTS & FICTIONS ABOUT HEARING LOSS
Did you know that hearing loss is the third most chronic physical condition in the United States? It’s true! Nearly 48 million Americans deal with some form of hearing loss. Yet, as common as hearing loss has become there are still a lot of myths and misconceptions...
A Brief History of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions people experience today. Nearly 1 in 6 people have some degree of impaired hearing in the United States. Hearing loss is expected to impact more and more people over the next few decades. Fortunately, there are...