What to Know About Diplacusis
Diplacusis is a hearing condition that causes a person to perceive sounds in different pitches or at two different times. It’s also known as double hearing and typically arises when a person already has hearing loss. Diplacusis is more prevalent than realized, and a person with normal hearing may have a one to two percent…
Is Your Home Too Loud? Everyday Sounds That Could Be Harming Your Hearing
Hearing loss is common, with nearly 15 percent of American adults reporting some trouble hearing. Everyday sounds in the home, from kitchen appliances to yard tools, can contribute to gradual hearing loss. Awareness of noise levels at home is essential for long-term hearing health. How Hearing Loss Occurs Hearing loss occurs when tiny, fragile hair…
Five Signs It’s Time to See an Audiologist
Hearing plays an important role in your daily life. It connects you to your loved ones, brings your favorite music to your ears and so much more. Despite all it does for you, many people ignore early signs of hearing issues. An audiologist specializes in diagnosing and treating hearing and balance disorders, helping you maintain…
Understanding How Your Ears Work: A Journey Through Hearing
Your ears are remarkable organs designed to pick up and interpret sounds from the world around you. Each part of your ear—the outer, middle and inner ear—plays an essential role in helping you hear. Let’s explore how these components work together to turn sound waves into the songs, conversations and tiny noises you experience every…
Hearing Aids and Tinnitus Management: What To Know
Tinnitus, a symptom affecting more than 50 million people in the United States, causes a frustrating ringing, buzzing or hissing sound in your ears. Sometimes, it’s fleeting and lasts just a few moments, but for others, tinnitus is chronic, sticking around for three months or longer. Chronic tinnitus can take a toll on your emotional…
Understanding Waterproof and Water-Resistant Hearing Aids: What You Should Know
If you enjoy outdoor activities or live in an area with unpredictable weather, you may have wondered how to protect your hearing aids in wet environments. Whether you’re hiking in the rain or spending the day at Katy Lake, keeping your devices safe from water damage is essential. That’s where waterproof and water-resistant hearing aids…
Celebrate Audiology Awareness Month by Protecting Your Hearing
October is Audiology Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the importance of hearing health and raising awareness about hearing loss prevention. Contrary to popular belief, hearing loss isn’t an inevitable part of aging. While age-related hearing loss does affect many, it’s not the only factor that can impact your hearing. Genetics, certain illnesses, physical…
Tips To Stay Socially Connected as an Older Adult With Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a common challenge that many older adults face, but it doesn’t have to mean withdrawing from the social activities you love. In fact, there are many creative ways to stay connected, regardless of changes in your hearing. Whether through finding innovative communication tools or exploring new activities, you can keep enjoying a…
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…