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.
For those that wear hearing aids, summertime also requires some extra care maintenance and preparedness to ensure that their warm weather experiences are good ones. With that in mind, here are six tips hearing aid users should follow during the summer months to help avoid damage that can shorten the life of your hearing aids or inconveniences that could affect your travel plans.
Whether you plan to eat healthier or adopt a new hobby, resolutions usually involve self-improvement. If you have hearing loss and are looking for a way to improve yourself in 2023, why not commit to better hearing? To get started, here are 6 tips for hearing better in 2023.
There’s one holiday activity that seems to trump all: gift-giving. While kids are asking for the latest toys, adults often expect more practical gifts. That being said, if your loved one appears to have hearing loss, you may think that purchasing hearing aids for them would be a great idea! It turns out that these devices not usually received as well as you may expect. In fact, giving your loved one a pair of hearing aids is usually a pretty bad idea, and here are just 6 reasons why.
Summer is here again! Cold weather is far behind us and we are enjoying hot and sunny days. However, summer hearing hazards exist, and you should know about them!
With the chilly weather that accompanies winter here to stay for a few more weeks, more and more folks are blowing their noses or sipping on cups of hot tea to stay warm. But does the change in temperature also have the potential to impact our ability to hear? In short, the answer is ‘yes.’ Here are a few ways chilly weather can lead to hearing problems and what you can do about it.
Your loved one can enjoy the holiday season with hearing loss, even if they face challenges. When spending time with your loved one over the holidays, consider doing your part to accommodate their hearing loss. Simply follow these 10 tips to better enjoy your holiday festivities together.
From the all too popular Christmas carols to your grandchildren excitedly running around the house on Christmas Eve, there are a variety of sounds to look forward to this holiday season. That is, of course, unless you suffer from hearing loss. Fortunately, there are certain measures you can take to better hear the sounds of the season this year. Let’s talk about a few of them.
Every trip requires some level of preparation. From purchasing plane tickets to packing all of the necessities, planning ahead is key. When travelling during the holidays, a little bit of planning will ensure that there’s at least one thing you won’t have to worry about: your hearing aids.
For most people, summer means heading outdoors and going camping, jumping in the pool, or taking a trip to the beach. But when the leaves start falling and temperatures start dropping, it’s a great time to ensure your hearing aids’ performance do not follow suit. Let’s take a look at how the winter weather can impact your hearing aids and what you can do about it.
