From sporting events to family get-togethers to fireworks shows to motorcycle rides, summer is filled with enjoyable activities. And while most of these activities are safe, many can present invisible risks to your hearing health. Over time, the loud noises that come with some of these activities can result in irreversible hearing damage. This hearing […]
Love of the open road and the thrill of speed top the list of reasons why individuals love to ride motorcycles. However, if you’re a devoted rider, you should be aware of a substantial risk: research has connected this thrilling hobby to irreversible hearing damage. The effect of motorcycle speed and riding duration on hearing […]
You scheduled a hearing test but you’re so busy it’s reasonable that you would have forgotten about it. It’s a good thing you received a text from the clinic reminding you in time for you to prepare. But what type of preparation should you do? The success of your appointment will be increased with just […]
Relaxation, sunshine, and social events are what summer is all about. But enjoying these summer events can be a real challenge for those who have trouble hearing. Fear not, as with a little preparation and thought, you can make sure that your summer experiences are still fun. Get the most out of summer with these […]
Are you aware that your risk of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? Age-related hearing loss typically starts to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. Your symptoms might develop slowly and be largely invisible, but this kind of hearing loss is permanent. Years of noise damage is […]
Age-related hearing loss can have diverse impacts across your overall life. Not only is your ability to hear impacted, but so too are your social connections, your professional networks, and even your mental abilities. The way your brain functions, including your memory and mood, can be substantially affected by hearing loss. Sometimes, the link between […]
Tinnitus is an exceptionally common condition of the ear. Some estimates indicate that 10 percent of people have tinnitus at one point or another, making it one of the most prevalent health conditions in the world. The condition manifests as a sound in the ear that isn’t actually there, usually, it’s a buzzing or ringing, […]
Putting off on important appointments, like your hearing aid fitting, is all too easy amongst the hustle and bustle of day-to-day events. You might even find yourself hesitating to order hearing aids altogether. However, putting off on treatment for hearing loss is a lot more than just a mistake concerning your ears alone. The link […]
Our ears are often what carry the load of accidental harm from neglect in our hectic daily lives. There are some common but hazardous practices, like making use of cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health in peril. Below, we explore four important ways to safeguard your sense of hearing and […]
Chances are, earwax and its accumulation haven’t been subjects of extensive consideration for you, except maybe during ear hygiene sessions. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it develops. So why does earwax accumulate? Earwax, also technically called cerumen, is made up of a mix of sweat, skin particles, hair, […]