Travelling with Hearing Aids: Trips for a Hassle-Free Trip
When planning a trip, you might not immediately consider the extra care required for your hearing aids. However, with some foresight and preparation, you can avoid any complications and ensure a smooth journey for the nearly 28.8 million Americans who rely on them. Before setting off on your travels, make sure your hearing aids are…
Can Hearing Aids Improve Your Next Sports Game?
Hearing aids have come a long way in recent years, evolving from bulky, conspicuous devices to sleek, high-tech instruments that can enhance quality of life and nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from them. For sports enthusiasts, hearing aids can be a game-changer, offering benefits that go beyond mere amplification. Here’s how hearing aids can…
Maximizing Comfort: Tips for Wearing Hearing Aids All Day
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. Getting new hearing aids is an exciting time filled with new sounds and clearer conversations. Amidst all the joy of your new devices, you may experience some temporary discomfort as you acclimate to wearing something in your ear for an extended period….
How To Know If You’re a Good Candidate for Hearing Aids
If you’ve been having trouble hearing, or find yourself consistently turning up the volume on your television or devices, you may be one of the 28.8 million Americans who could benefit from hearing aids. Unfortunately, it takes most people more than five years to make that decision for themselves. You may not know if you’re…
Make Hearing Protection Your 2024 New Year’s Resolution
In a world filled with loud TVs, stereos, concerts and personal audio devices, prioritizing hearing protection is more critical than ever. Whether you’re a music lover, a movie enthusiast or simply concerned about preserving your hearing, taking steps to practice protection against noise-induced hearing loss is an excellent 2024 New Year’s resolution. How Does Loud…
Why Are Hearing Aids A Great Holiday Gift?
As we near the holidays, you’re probably considering what gifts you want to give to loved ones. It’s likely a hearing aid has maybe never crossed your mind, but there are several reasons to reconsider. Nearly 28.8 million adults in the U.S. could benefit from using hearing aids. A hearing aid as a gift shows…
How to Identify Safe Household Cleaners
According to the CDC, exposure to certain chemicals can cause damage to different parts of the ear, resulting in hearing loss. These chemicals are called ototoxicants or ototoxic chemicals. Sometimes, exposure to chemicals can make ears more sensitive to the harmful effects of noise. After learning the effects of chemicals on hearing, head to Lexington Farmers Market…
Tips to Prepare Your Kids for School With Hearing Loss
Approximately 14.9% of U.S. children experience a low or high-frequency hearing loss of at least 16 decibels. Hearing loss can adversely impact your child’s ability to communicate with peers and understand their school lessons. With some preparation, you can help your child feel ready for attending school with hearing loss. A couple of ways you…
Hearing Loss and Kidney Disease
Hearing loss has been linked to a long list of diseases and disorders. New research suggests that chronic kidney disease may be another illness that can increase your risk of developing hearing loss. What Is Kidney Disease? Your kidneys are responsible for filtering waste and extra fluid from your body. If your kidneys become damaged,…
How to Communicate with Those Who Have Hearing Loss
Keeping up a conversation when all parties involved have normal hearing is hard enough, but add hearing loss into the mix and everything becomes more challenging. Below is an outline of tips and tricks for communicating with someone who has mild to moderate hearing loss. Good Lighting Lip reading, body language and facial expressions are…
