The real issue with chronic tinnitus isn’t simply that you have a ringing in your ears. It’s the continual never ending ringing, that’s the real issue. The constant noise, possibly rather moderate in volume, might begin as little more than an annoyance. But the ringing can become frustrating and even debilitating if it persists for […]
One of hearing loss’s most puzzling mysteries may have been solved by scientists from the famous Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and the revelation could result in the overhauling of the design of future hearing aids. The long standing idea that voices are singled out by neural processing has been debunked by an MIT study. […]
It seems like all our devices are getting stronger, smarter, and smaller. Taking up less space while doing more is the general trend. So it’s no surprise that hearing aids are no exception. The world’s population is getting older and hearing problems, though they can have many different causes, are more common among older individuals. […]
The saying “Music to my ears” may soon have a very different meaning for people suffering from hearing loss. Exposing children to music can have a beneficial effect on hearing as is highlighted by a joint study carried out by the University College London and the University of Helsinki. Evaluating Speech-in-Noise Performance Speech-in-noise performance was […]
Nutmeg and cinnamon wafting through the air. Colorful lights of red, blue, and green fill your home with a festive spirit. You love catching up with your family members as your grandchildren sing, dance and play. You don’t want to miss any of this joyous occasion. Are you ready? Is There Anything You Might be […]
The holidays are upon us, and large family gatherings and dinners in crowded restaurants can prove particularly difficult for people with hearing loss. Everyone is conversing loudly and at the same time. It becomes even more difficult for individuals who have hearing loss when you add other noises like background music, dishes clattering, and chairs […]
Susan is living the active lifestyle she always thought she would after retirement. She travels a lot and at 68 she’s been to over a dozen countries and is planning many more trips. On any given day, you might find her out on the lake, exploring a new hiking trail with the grandkids, or volunteering […]
You probably already recognize that smoking is bad for you and so are things like living a sedentary lifestyle. But did you realize there is fascinating research suggesting a connection between untreated hearing loss and early death? Personal life expectancy varies widely, of course. Access to healthcare, where you live, type of work, gender, and […]
