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…
Noise Pollution and Hearing Health: What To Know
Noise pollution is an ever-present part of modern life, from the constant honking of cars in traffic to the overlapping conversations and live music at places like The Social Pub & Grill. Understanding the impact of this environmental noise on our hearing health is crucial. By recognizing how noise pollution affects us, we can proactively…
What Role Do Our Kidneys Play in Healthy Hearing?
When you think of protecting your hearing, earplugs and lowered volumes are probably the first things to mind. This is because the impact of aging and exposure to loud noises on hearing health is widely recognized. One less discussed but essential aspect of caring for your hearing health is located in your kidneys. By focusing…
How Can Your Dental Health Affect Your Hearing
Many aspects of overall health are related. Sometimes, if we are not looking after the overall health of one aspect of our body, it can have a negative effect on another. For instance, poor dental health can have a negative effect on our hearing long-term. Read on to learn more about how poor dental hygiene…
What to Do if Your Child Gets Something Stuck in Their Ear
Objects stuck in a child’s ear are usually not severe, but left untreated, can cause injury to the ear canal or result in hearing loss. Sometimes, your child can’t tell you if they have something stuck in their ear, but crying or ear pain could warrant investigation. If you notice your child has ear irritation…
How Musicians Can Protect Their Hearing
After advancing age, noise exposure is one of the top reasons people lose their hearing. One population especially at risk of noise-induced hearing loss is musicians – this is true whether you play in a garage, Katy Vibes in Katy or in an arena. In this post, we review how loud sounds cause damage and…
Is Red Wine Good for Your Hearing?
There’s nothing more satisfying than enjoying a glass of wine after a long work day. Studies have shown that red wine has health benefits when consumed in moderation, and yet another study confirms that it could specifically benefit your hearing health. Why Is Red Wine Good for You? Red wine is packed with antioxidants and…
Hearing Health Tips for 2020
Your resolution to hit the gym every day may have fallen through, but your commitment to improving your hearing health doesn’t have to! Even if you haven’t yet taken steps to be proactive in your hearing health, there is plenty of time left in 2020 to start. Below are some tips for getting started on…
Shooting for Safe Hearing
Autumn is prime hunting season in Texas. If you’re preparing to head into the field, think safety. Not just gun safety (though that’s important too, of course!), but hearing safety. Gunshots emit decibel (dB) levels loud enough to cause permanent hearing damage if you aren’t careful, so it’s important to take precautions before heading out…
Are Your Ears Ready for Some Football?
Back to school means it is time for one of our favorite sports to return as well. Are you ready for some football? Or, are your EARS ready for some football? Autzen Stadium, where the Oregon ducks play, has been nicknamed the “House of Loud.” But, the truth is that it should be the name…