Question: Can you give me some general instructions in using and caring for a hearing aid? Answer: Daily routines help to maintain optimal hearing aid performance. Be sure to: Keep your hearing aids in a safe dry place at night....
Hearing Aids + Your Brain
You won’t “mind” this news about better hearing and improved cognition! Does hearing aid use help your brain? A growing amount of research associates hearing technology with improved cognition and slowed or decreased risk of cognitive decline. Get the latest...
I’ve heard that hearing aids are just amplifiers which turn up volume. Isn’t that true?
Question: I’ve heard that hearing aids are just amplifiers which turn up volume. Isn’t that true? Answer: A hearing aid is so much more than just an amplifier. Think of a hearing aid as a sophisticated sound filter that makes...
8 Hearing Aid Tips for Hospital Stays
Checking into a hospital can seem a little stressful, making it all the more important to feel empowered, alert, and engaged with the help of your hearing aids. Help protect them during your inpatient visit with these handy tips. It...
What is the best hearing aid?
Question: What is the best hearing aid? Answer: With all the options available today, your choices can be overwhelming. One way to simplify your decision is to keep in mind that of the many brands and styles of hearing aids,...
Hear Better at Home
You might be surprised how many small ways you can complement the better hearing you already get from your hearing aids. Read on to learn about technology that can improve communication — and connection — even more. If you’re adjusting...
If I purchase a hearing aid and it breaks down what are my options?
Question: If I purchase a hearing aid and it breaks down what are my options? Answer: Hearing aids come with manufacturer warranties for up to three years with the option of extending the warranty to five years. While the details...
What To Expect At A Hearing Evaluation
Q: What can I expect at my complete hearing evaluation? A: Many people think a hearing evaluation is where your provider plays a tone, and you simply indicate whether you can hear it. Fortunately, a hearing evaluation is more thorough...
Protect Your Family’s Hearing This July
If you live in Canada or the U.S., you’ll be celebrating in early July. But you’ll also be in preparation mode: Those burgers aren’t going to grill themselves, the chairs need to be set out early for this year’s parade,...
Is a behind-the-ear hearing aid better than an in-the-ear hearing aid?
Question: Is a behind-the-ear hearing aid better than an in-the-ear hearing aid? Answer: It’s easy to get confused about the different styles of hearing aids available. No hearing aid is best for everyone. Hearing loss and daily routine determine the...