Hearing loss is not confined to age or genetics; it can be an occupational hazard, silently affecting the lives of those who work in specific fields. Identifying these high-risk professions is essential in implementing preventative measures. Construction Workers The constant exposure to heavy machinery, power tools, and loud construction environments puts construction workers at significant risk of hearing loss. Implementing …
Preventing Falls and Accidents: The Crucial Role of Hearing Aids
As a leading audiologist, I am committed to the well-being and safety of my patients. In my many years of practice, I have witnessed the profound impact that hearing loss can have on an individual’s life. Beyond the well-known challenges of communication and social isolation, hearing loss also poses a significant risk to one’s physical safety. In this article, I …
Understanding Denial of Hearing Loss: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Professionals
Hearing loss is a common and often misunderstood condition that can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. While advancements in hearing care have provided effective solutions for prevention, diagnosis, and management, many individuals continue to deny the reality of their hearing loss. As leading audiologists and hearing professionals, we aim to shed light on the reasons …
Recognizing the Signs of Hearing Loss in Others: A Vital Guide
Hearing is an integral part of our lives, enabling us to communicate, enjoy music, and stay connected with the world around us. However, hearing loss is a common and often under-recognized issue that can significantly impact one’s quality of life. As leading audiologists and hearing professionals, it is our responsibility to educate individuals about the signs of hearing loss and …
Recognizing the Signs: When to Consider Replacing Your Hearing Aids
Hearing aids have been a transformative solution for those with hearing loss, allowing them to regain a sense of connection with the world around them. However, like all technological devices, hearing aids have a limited lifespan and may eventually require replacement. Recognizing the signs that it’s time to replace your hearing aids is essential to ensure that you continue to …
Nourishing Sound: Exploring Nutrients for Optimal Hearing Health
Your sense of hearing connects you with the world around you. As we age, however, our hearing abilities can decline due to various factors, including genetics, noise exposure, and lifestyle choices. While we cannot prevent all causes of hearing loss, emerging research suggests that certain nutrients might play a role in supporting and maintaining optimal hearing health. Antioxidants: Safeguarding Against …
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sensorineural Hearing Loss Sensorineural hearing loss is the third most common, chronic, health condition that older adults live with today. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD): 1 in 3 adults, ages 65-74, have some degree of hearing loss. This increases to half of all adults, 75 and older, who have disabling hearing loss. Though …
Hearing Loss Among Millennials & Gen Z
Did you know that Millenials and Gen Z are becoming increasingly at risk of developing hearing loss? An estimated 10% of Millennials and 17% of Gen Z already have some degree of hearing loss in the U.S. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that over 1 billion people ages 12-35 are at high risk of developing hearing loss …
Why People Avoid Treating Hearing Loss – and Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test!
Over 48 million people have hearing loss but only 1 in 5 people will seek treatment for it. This means that millions of people live with untreated hearing loss, a medical condition that reduces capacity to hear and process speech as well as sound. This takes a toll on hearing and communication, essential ways we navigate daily life. Strained hearing …
Strange Causes of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions that people experience today. Nearly 1 in 5 people have some degree of hearing loss, affecting over 48 million people. There are several factors that can cause hearing loss and some may even be surprising or unusual to you. People of all ages can experience hearing loss so learning more …