During the typical working years, many people build much of their perceived self-worth up around their job. They base their self-image on what type of job they do, what position they have, and how much they earn. When somebody asks “so what do you do?”, what’s the first thing that comes to mind. It probably […]
Are you aware that about one out of three adults between the ages of 65 and 74 is affected by hearing loss and half of them are over 75? But even though so many people are impacted by hearing loss, 70% of them have never used hearing aids and for people under the age of […]
When the men and women of our armed forces come home from service, they often suffer from physical, emotional, and mental difficulties. While healthcare for veterans is an ongoing discussion, relatively little attention has been paid to the most prevalent disabilities diagnosed in veterans: Hearing loss and tinnitus. Even if you take into account age […]
It’s often unclear what’s triggering tinnitus (a ringing or buzzing in your ears). But one thing we know for certain is that if you have hearing loss your probability of experiencing tinnitus rises. According to HLAA as much as 90 percent of individuals who experience tinnitus also have hearing loss. As you probably realize, your […]
International reggae music icon, Bob Marley, has a quote that has no doubt resonated with musicians and music lovers of all genres. Marley said the following regarding the power of music: “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” While physical pain might not accompany the music received by adoring […]
A noisy workplace isn’t very good for your ears (or your focus, for that matter). Even moderate noise, when experienced for many hours a day, can start to weaken your hearing health. That’s why it’s pretty smart to start asking questions like, “what level of hearing protection should I use”? Many of us probably didn’t […]
New studies have demonstrated a strong connection between hearing loss and mental health. And there’s something else that both of these conditions have in common – health professionals and patients often fail to recognize and treat them. For millions of people who are looking for solutions to mental health problems, identifying this relationship could bring […]
You can wind up in the hospital if you don’t properly manage your hearing loss symptoms. I know that sounds like an exaggeration. Most individuals think of hearing loss as an inconvenience that makes it tough to hear the TV or what somebody is saying at worst But current research is causing alarm about the […]
“Why do I hear a ringing noise in my ears?” “How can I make that noise go away?” If you find yourself making these kinds of statements, you might have tinnitus, a common hearing problem that causes you to hear noises or perceive a sound that others can’t hear. You’re not by yourself. Tinnitus is […]
You’ve most likely already recognized that your hearing is failing. Hearing loss often progresses because of decisions you make without recognizing they’re impacting your hearing. With a few simple lifestyle changes, many types of hearing loss can be avoided. Let’s look at six surprising secrets that will help you preserve your hearing. 1. Regulate Your […]
