What to Know About Online Hearing Tests
If you’ve noticed a change in your hearing or are simply interested in checking up on your auditory health, a traditional hearing test might come to mind. However, many audiologists now provide online hearing tests, allowing you to get a sense of your hearing abilities from the comfort of your own home. Here’s what you…
Can Living in A Busy City Affect Your Auditory Health?
Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when inner ear hair cells responsible for transmitting sound signals to the brain become damaged. Have you ever considered the impact busy city noise could have on your hearing? From the persistent roar of traffic to the relentless din of construction, the noise of city life can accumulate and impact auditory…
Dining Out with Hearing Loss: Tips for a Pleasant Experience
A meal out at a restaurant is a great way to enjoy time with friends, go out for date night, try new foods or simply avoid doing the dishes. However, for more than 10% of the people in the U.S. with hearing loss, overwhelming background noise and distractions can turn dining out into a stressful…
Improve Your Hearing Experience with Essential Accessories
Hearing aid accessories improve your devices’ overall functioning, convenience and safety. Whether you just got your first pair or you’re a seasoned hearing aid devotee, let’s take a look at a few accessories that can bring even more joy to your experience. Essential Hearing Aid Accessories To Consider A few essential hearing aid accessories designed…
Understanding Hearing Loss and the Importance of Speech Testing
More than 15% of adults in the United States experience some degree of hearing loss. If you often miss the sound of your phone ringing or struggle to understand the happy hour chatter at Crafted Kitchen and Taps, it might be time to consider a hearing test. Audiologists use a few tests to assess your…
Tips For Talking on the Phone with Hearing Loss
Phone calls can be challenging for people with hearing loss, and more than one in ten people in the U.S. report some form of hearing loss. However, with the right strategies and tools, phone conversations with hearing loss can be quite manageable. Here are some helpful tips for talking on the phone with hearing loss…
Dr. Mary Sue Harrison and Jill Bennett Are “Leading Women”
Dr. Mary Sue Harrison and Jill Bennett were featured in Living Magazine’s “Leading Women” edition. Dr. Harrison founded Today’s Hearing in 1986. Over the ensuing thirty-eight years, she has built the practice into the successful, locally and woman-owned, multi-location practice that serves so many in the West Houston area now, in 2024. Through it all,…
Identifying and Managing Temporary or Permanent Tinnitus
Tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ear without any external source, is a common issue affecting 15% to 20% of people. Although it is typically a symptom of other underlying conditions rather than a standalone condition, its impact on daily life can be profound and distressing. The Negative Effects of Tinnitus…
How To Deal with Common Hearing Aid Malfunctions
Hearing aids are remarkable tools that provide clarity and enable easier communication for people with hearing loss. However, like all technologies, they can sometimes encounter issues. By understanding common hearing aid malfunctions and the appropriate remedies, you can ensure that your hearing aids work to the best of their abilities. Let’s delve into the advantages…
How Does Sleep Affect Your Hearing?
Sleep is essential for good health and responsible for restoring many bodily functions, from cognitive processes to cardiovascular well-being. Recent research has revealed a correlation between sleep quality and hearing loss, providing yet another reason for the importance of obtaining enough rest. Here’s what to know from the studies. Sleep Duration and Hearing Loss A…