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What Does Smoking Have to Do with Hearing Loss?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Mon, 11/12/2018 - 15:16
A Young Man Holding a Cigarette to His Mouth

 

For years now, many people have found smoking to be a relaxing pastime. While smoking is a common practice, it certainly isn’t a healthy one: 16 million Americans live with a related disease, and 1 in 5 Americans die from related causes. If you smoke cigarettes and are also experiencing hearing loss, did you know that the two could be connected? Here are some of the reasons why smoking can impact your hearing.

Check Your Hearing for Diabetes Awareness Month

Submitted by AAHstaff on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 14:58
Hands of Diabetic Patient Filling Out Paperwork for Hearing Check

 

For most of us, November means we’re one step closer to Thanksgiving, but for others, it’s Diabetes Awareness Month. In fact, on November 14th, the disease is recognized worldwide on World Diabetes Day. In order to raise awareness, we’d like to draw attention to the connection between diabetes and hearing loss. We’ll also share some tips for how you can work to prevent as much damage to your hearing as possible.

What You Should be Eating to Improve Your Hearing

Submitted by AAHstaff on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 16:49

 

Especially as you get older, you may want to become more intentional about the food you eat. For instance, as we age, the more likely we are to obtain age-related hearing loss. In this way, you may want to start eating foods that can help to prevent hearing problems like this. To keep hearing your best, here are 6 vitamins and minerals to watch for, as well as several suggestions for foods you may want to start incorporating into your diet.

A Few Things to Know About Swimmer's Ear

Submitted by epkep on Mon, 11/03/2014 - 09:46

 

Unlike many other health issues, there isn't a lot of awareness of ear health issues and hygiene. Today, we'll be taking a look at swimmer's ear. There are many causes for hearing loss, but damage to the inner, middle or outer areas of the ear are common causes for onset hearing loss. This is why it pays to prevent ear infection as much as possible, and to know how to act quickly when an infection occurs.

Improve Your Hearing for Self Improvement Month

Submitted by AAHstaff on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 13:24

 

September is Self Improvement Month, which means people are setting goals and finding ways to become better versions of themselves. Whether you decide to take up a new hobby or change up your wardrobe, you should do whatever helps you to become a better you. If you are concerned about your hearing health, here are four ways you can celebrate Self Improvement Month by improving your hearing.

4 Ways Hearing Aids Improve Your Quality of Life

Submitted by AAHstaff on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 14:36

 

If you have hearing loss, you know how much it can impact your daily routine. From putting in an order at a coffee shop to communicating with your loved ones, everything seems to require a little bit more effort than it used to. But there is a way to diminish the challenges that accompany hearing loss: hearing aids. Here are just 4 reasons you should consider improving your hearing to improve your quality of life.

Understanding the Types of Hearing Loss: Cortical Deafness

Submitted by epkep on Fri, 11/07/2014 - 11:57

 

Having a good understanding of different hearing losses can empower sufferers to make informed choices about the best next steps. This is why we aim to offer information about each hearing loss type to help you make the right choices, as well as save time and money. Today, we are taking a deeper look into a  lesser common form of hearing loss: cortical deafness.

What Can You Do about Cookie Bite Hearing Loss?

Submitted by AAHstaff on Wed, 06/20/2018 - 14:40

 

While age-related hearing loss is the most common type of sensorineural hearing loss, more unusual forms of sensorineural hearing loss also exist, like cookie bite hearing loss. Although most hearing losses affect one’s ability to hear high frequencies, cookie bite affects mid-range frequencies. If you suspect you have cookie bite hearing loss, it’s important to understand what it is, if treatments are available, and if hearing aids are an option.