Experiencing an itch in your inner ear can be extremely uncomfortable and disruptive. Before you stick your finger or an object into your ear attempting to scratch the itch, you need to be aware of the root cause. Pinpointing the root cause of your ear itch will help you determine the safest and most effective […]
Everyone loves the concept of a miracle cure that helps increase your lifespan. That’s why you can find a huge number of these miracle cures all over the internet promising longevity if you do this one trick. The vast majority of these alleged cures have no medical basis and are not backed by the healthcare […]
The majority of people aren’t proactive about the health of their hearing and likely haven’t had a hearing test since grade school because it’s usually not part of a routine adult physical. The good news: Hearing tests are easy, painless, and provide a wealth of information to professional hearing specialists, both for identifying hearing problems […]
In our younger days, food choices usually revolved around taste and instant gratification, with little thought about long-term health consequences. However, as adults, we’ve come to realize that what we eat significantly impacts our well-being in surprising ways. Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between poor nutrition and hearing loss, highlighting the profound influence […]
From sporting events to family gatherings to fireworks displays to motorcycle rides, summer is filled with fun activities. Most of these activities are completely safe and healthy, but some do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. That’s because loud noises, over time, can harm your ability to hear. This hearing damage could be […]
Love of the open road and the thrill of speed top the list of reasons why people love riding motorcycles. But this invigorating hobby comes at a high risk of permanent hearing damage for individuals who ride a lot. The impact of motorcycle speed and riding time on hearing health was evaluated in a comprehensive […]
You scheduled a hearing test but you’re so busy it’s reasonable that you would have forgotten about it. Thankfully, you just received that reminder text from the clinic, and you still have time to get ready. But what kind of preparation should you do? While it may not require an all-night study session like in […]
Relaxation, sunshine, and social activities are what summer is all about. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for people who have hearing loss. Don’t worry though, even with hearing loss, you can still enjoy summer fun. Worthwhile tips to make the most of summer Deal with your summer social events, even […]
Did you realize that high blood pressure can also increase your risk of developing age-related hearing loss? From about 40 years old and up, you might begin to notice that your hearing is starting to go. You most likely won’t even notice your developing hearing loss even though it’s a permanent condition. Years of noise […]
Your whole life can be affected by age-related hearing loss. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your mental clarity can also be affected. The way your brain works, including your memory and mood, can be substantially affected by hearing loss. The link between cognition and hearing loss isn’t […]