Hearing loss is a common challenge for older individuals, but does it warrant quitting driving? The response isn’t clear-cut, as driving habits differ among individuals. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the radio volume, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a seasoned driver needs to stop driving. Whether hearing loss presents a risk while […]
Of course, pregnancy is awesome and fantastic. But it can also be kind of… unpleasant, at least sometimes, and at least when it involves how it can make you feel. There are all sorts of strange side effects, including morning sickness, health hazards, and changes to your body. None of this detracts from the joy […]
You asked for help with one basic task: take the trash out. But, unfortunately, it never got done. “I Didn’t hear you”, they declare. Crazy how that works, how your partner failed to hear the one thing you requested from them. This “selective hearing” is a common indication that communication is failing. This “selective hearing” […]
Aging is one of the most typical indicators of hearing loss, and let’s face it, try as we may, we can’t escape aging. Sure, coloring your hair may make you look younger, but it doesn’t actually change your age. But did you know that hearing loss has also been linked to health problems related to […]
Have you ever misplaced your earbuds? (Or, perhaps, unintentionally left them in the pocket of a pullover that went through the washer and dryer?) Now it’s so boring going for a jog in the morning. Your commute or bus ride is dreary and dull. And your virtual meetings are suffering from bad sound quality. The […]
We typically think of hearing loss as something that advances little by little. It can be easy to miss the symptoms due to this. It’s nothing to worry about, you just need the volume on the TV a little louder, no big deal, right? That’s normally the situation, yes, but not always. In some situations, […]
It’s easy to notice how your body ages over time. You get wrinkles. You begin to lose your hair or it turns grey. Your knees start to be a little more sore. Your skin gets a bit droopy in places. Perhaps you start to notice some fading of your eyesight and hearing. These signs are […]
For just a minute, imagine that you have a job as a salesperson. Today, you’re having a very important call with a possible client. Numerous reps from their offices have gathered to talk about whether to hire your company for the job. All of the various voices get a bit garbled and difficult to understand. […]
Isn’t pizza interesting? You can alter the toppings, sauces, even the cheeses involved, but as long as it meets a few basic factors, it’s still a pizza. Hearing loss is a lot like that. Symptoms and manifestations are caused by numerous different problems, loud noises, genetic factors, age, or ear obstructions, but as long as […]
Untreated hearing loss can lead to increased hospital admission and readmission rates. But there are some things you can do to lower your risks of hospital-related complications. […]
