Many people assume that hearing loss is much more rare than it actually is. There are all kinds of reasons for this. One, it is an invisible liability, meaning, you can not tell that someone has hearing loss simply by looking at them. And secondly, hearing loss is vastly under-represented and misrepresented in popular culture. If you see a character…

Hearing Loss; More Common Than You Think Did you know that hearing loss is one of the most common disabilities? About 13% of the U.S. population lives with some detectable degree of hearing loss, making it more common than diabetes or cancer. But many people are likely surprised to learn this because hearing loss is an invisible disability, meaning you…

Hearing loss is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, with around 40 million Americans, from infants to the elderly, experiencing some form of hearing loss in one or both ears. For many of these individuals, communication can be a challenge, leading to feelings of frustration and isolation.  Hearing aids can enhance a person’s quality of life and…

Did you know that close to 2.5 billion people are predicted to have some kind of hearing disorder by 2050? Or that hearing disorders are among the most common sensory processing disorders, affecting more than 1 in 10 Americans. Though people of all ages can have hearing loss disorders, those aged 60 and up are more likely to be affected. …

Hearing aids are an investment, but given all the compounded consequences likely to arise when you fail to treat your hearing loss with the gravity it deserves, such an investment should be a no-brainer. Almost 13% of all Americans live with some detectable degree of hearing less, yet less 20% of these people actually take action to address it. The…

March is here and for many, this means spring is just around the corner. Along with the new blooms soon to be bursting through the ground, you may find you are getting out and spending more time outdoors.To get the most out of your active lifestyle, we suggest you take this time to make sure your hearing health is addressed.…

Did you know that head injuries can cause hearing loss? Hearing loss is a permanent medical condition that reduces the capacity to hear and process speech as well as sound. Impacting over 48 million people, hearing loss is the third most common health issue that people experience today. Nearly 1 in 5 people have some degree of hearing impairment. Most…

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss, it’s important to understand what this condition is and how it can be treated. Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when there is damage to the tiny hair cells in your inner ear or auditory nerve. It can lead to difficulty hearing soft sounds and understanding speech, as well…

Hearing loss is a common condition in older adults. In fact, approximately one in three people over the age of 65 years old have some degree of hearing loss. What causes hearing loss? Hearing loss is categorized by its root cause. There are three primary types of hearing loss: conductive hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss, and mixed hearing loss. Hearing…

Do you have someone in your life who suffers from mental health issues or a mood disorder? These problems can sometimes feel intractable, and mental health services are on the rise in the United States to address the many ways that mood can suffer from our brain chemistry, relationships, and circumstances. Among the many approaches to better mental health, did…

Any emergency requires preparation. Although it is the nature of an emergency that you don’t know what to expect, there are simple steps you can take to put yourself in a better place of preparedness and awareness. Using all of our senses to communicate is an important strategy. Emergency alert systems tend to use audible warnings to let you know…

According to a new study, tinnitus and hearing loss are disproportionately common among veterans. The study, which was conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, found that nearly one in four veterans suffers from tinnitus, and more than one in five has hearing loss. These numbers are especially alarming when you consider the fact that many veterans are still young…