As we age, changes in hearing can occur gradually, often going unnoticed until they begin to impact daily life. For many individuals, hearing loss can be a source of frustration and isolation, affecting communication, relationships, and overall well-being. If you suspect that a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss, it’s essential to recognize the signs and offer support and …
Why Your Primary Care Provider Might Not Be Able to Spot Your Hearing Loss
Primary care providers serve as the frontline guardians of our well-being, addressing a wide range of medical concerns and coordinating our overall care. However, when it comes to detecting hearing loss, many individuals find themselves in a sticky situation – despite regular visits to their primary care provider, their hearing loss often goes unnoticed or undiagnosed. Limited Focus on Hearing …
Ensuring Safety and Preparedness: Emergency Planning for People with Hearing Aids
For those living with hearing loss, hearing aids can be a lifeline to the world around them, enabling them to stay connected and engaged. However, in the event of an emergency, individuals with hearing aids may face unique challenges that require special consideration. This article, authored by a hearing professional, aims to provide valuable insights on how people with hearing …
The Sound of Wellness: How Treating Hearing Health Enhances Overall Well-Being
Hearing health is an integral aspect of our overall well-being, and it often goes unnoticed until it starts to deteriorate. It’s a common misconception that hearing loss only affects one’s ability to hear; however, recent research and advancements in the field have highlighted the intricate connection between hearing health and overall health. As a hearing professional, I am committed to …
Understanding Hearing Exams
Hearing Loss Can Happen to Anyone Hearing loss comes on so gradually over such an extended period of time that it is most often quite literally imperceptible to the person experiencing it. Because of this, many people who live with hearing loss fail to even recognize that they are doing so. This is a large part of the reason why …
What to Expect at a Hearing Test
When the time has come to get your hearing tested, you will be eager to find out the results. Whether you think you have hearing loss or are simply concerned about setting a solid baseline of your ability for future tests, you are wise to get an accurate measure of your hearing ability. Once you get your hearing checked, you …
Encouraging a Loved One to Take a Hearing Test
Relationships with your loved ones are based on communication, and verbal conversation is a powerful way that we connect with one another. You can share your experiences, thoughts, and feelings with your loved ones through these conversations, and they can reciprocate by opening up to you. However, hearing loss can get in the way of these conversations and can even …