It’s true, hearing loss can sneak up on you. But sometimes, hearing problems bypass the sneaking entirely, in favor of a sudden (and often alarming), cat-like pounce. Here’s a hypothetical: You wake up one morning and go into the shower and when you get out you detect your hearing seems off or different. Maybe muffled. […]
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Scientists think that 20-somethings who wear hearing aids will soon become more common as hearing loss is a public health issue. When you consider serious hearing loss, thoughts of elderly people might come to mind. But over the past few years, there has been a spike in hearing loss with all age groups. Hearing loss […]
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There are lots of health reasons to remain in shape, but did you know weight loss supports improved hearing? Research reveals children and adults who are overweight are more likely to experience hearing loss and that healthy eating and exercising can help support your hearing. Understanding more about these connections can help you make healthy […]
Our lives are busy and chaotic – from our jobs to cooking meals to social activities. It probably seems like there’s not enough time to have your hearing examined. And maybe you don’t even detect any hearing loss – so you believe a hearing test can wait. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait: 1. You Can […]
For anybody experiencing hearing loss, the message is simple: Get a hearing aid. Why? A recent study revealed that people who received hearing aids within three years of being diagnosed with hearing loss were less likely to experience dementia, depression, anxiety, and hazardous falls than those who didn’t get hearing aids. While these health issues […]
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Normally, when you’re first notice hearing loss (no matter the variety), the first thing you should do is attempt to minimize the damage. After all, you can take some basic measures to avoid additional damage and protect your ears. Step 1: Keep Your Ears Clean Did you clean behind your ears? It’s one of those […]
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Being in a constant state of heightened alertness is the definition of anxiety. Elevated alertness is a good thing when there’s a threat but some individuals get trapped in a continual state of alertness even when they’re not in any peril. Instead of feeling anxious before a big job interview, you might be simmering with […]
You wear your mask when you leave your house, sometimes more than one, and you generally don’t mind. The only trouble is, sometimes it’s difficult to hear what other people are saying. Voices are muffled and even distorted when you go to the store or doctor’s office. Sometimes, it’s so bad you can scarcely grasp […]
The entire year is allergy season in some locations. From pet dander to pollen, allergies can vary from a small annoyance to a daily struggle that affects your quality of life. The first and most common signs that you are dealing with allergies are usually a runny nose and itchy eyes. However, some will experience […]
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