Hearing loss is frequently seen as an inescapable part of growing old, but the truth is that much of it can be prevented. In reality, damage from recurring exposure to loud noise is also a major factor. Irreversible hearing loss accumulates with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Perilously, this […]
It’s really common for individuals to experience tinnitus. Something like 20 million individuals routinely cope with persistent tinnitus so severe that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more common presentations of tinnitus which are much more mild and intermittent and are also easier to deal with. Tinnitus happens when you hear a phantom sound, […]
Even mild hearing loss can considerably impact daily life, affecting relationships with friends, family, and colleagues, as well as complicating routine activities like grocery shopping. However, the benefits of well-calibrated hearing aids can lead to transformative changes. Top ten reasons to invest in hearing aids Although enhancing hearing is the evident and primary advantage of […]
It may seem as if the causes of noise-related hearing loss are functionally well-established. After all, the name itself suggests a fairly direct cause-and-effect relationship. The universal understanding is simply that loud noises damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, leading to long-term and permanent hearing loss. And while that’s true, the mechanisms underpinning that […]
It can be very aggravating and uncomfortable when your ears are itching. While your instinct might tempt you to use your finger or a small object to scratch the itch, it is crucial to know the root cause first. Pinpointing the safest and most effective way to handle the itch depends on determining the underlying […]
A miracle cure that can help lengthen your lifespan is something pretty much everybody would want. In fact, a brief internet search will likely return thousands of such miracle cures (if not more), each promising to help you have a longer life thanks to one simple trick. Pretty much all of these so-called cures have […]
Everybody loves the idea of a miracle cure that helps increase your lifespan. That’s why you can find a huge number of these miracle cures all over the internet ensuring longevity if you do this one trick. The healthcare community doesn’t endorse most of these alleged cures as they have no real medical foundation. Nonetheless, […]
If you haven’t had a hearing exam since your grade school days, you’re not alone, it’s usually not part of a regular adult physical, and, regrettably, we tend to treat hearing reactively rather than proactively. The good news: Hearing exams are easy, painless, and provide a wealth of insight to professional hearing specialists, both for […]
In our youth, food choices usually revolved around taste and instant gratification, with little consideration for long-term health implications. But as we become adults we start to become aware of how what we eat can impact our health and overall well-being. Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between poor nutrition and hearing loss, highlighting […]
The average summer day is usually filled with fun experiences and happenings, from motorcycle rides to family outings to fireworks to sporting events. Most of these activities are completely safe and healthy, but some do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. Over time, the loud noises that accompany some of these activities can […]
