Question: I’m concerned that my hearing loss may cause memory loss later in life. Could that happen to me? Answer: I can reassure you that treating hearing loss with hearing aids and early intervention is an appropriate first step for...
Better Hearing for Christmas
Question: What do you get the person for Christmas who doesn’t want anything, but you know they would love to hear better? Answer: Many claim they don’t NEED anything for Christmas, especially not something else sitting around, but often...
Thankful for Better Hearing
Question: Have you made your Thanksgiving gratitude checklist yet? Answer: November is a great time of year to stop and remember gratitude for things so easily taken for granted. But how about in our daily lives? Do we show...
Restarting With Hearing Aids
Question: I’ve had poor experiences with hearing aids in the past, and I’m hesitant to try again. I need to do something. Where do I begin? Answer: Please allow me to assure you. Advanced technology has improved the hearing...
Hearing & Empowered: Embrace the Season With Gusto
Nothing says “Summertime, here we come!” like hitting the road, rails, trails, and friendly skies to make new memories with loved ones far and nearby. Whether having some local fun or taking a trip, here are six ways your hearing...
Hearing Loss Affects People of All Ages
When you think about eyeglasses, what do you think of? Most likely your own pair or those of loved ones. If you’re more fashion-minded, you might even think about that funky pair you saw recently on one of your favorite...
Hearing Loss Affects People of All Ages
When you think about eyeglasses, what do you think of? Most likely your own pair or those of loved ones. If you’re more fashion-minded, you might even think about that funky pair you saw recently on one of your favorite...
AI at Your Ears? The Future’s Here!
We’re Talking Hearing Tech Powered With Artificial Intelligence When thinking about the conveniences artificial intelligence can bring, innovations such as Netflix — a film- and TV-streaming service that can learn and make recommendations based on individual viewing preferences — might come to mind. Other machine-learning offerings such as adaptive thermostats, self-driving cars, voice-operated virtual assistants, […]
Read MoreWhy do my new hearing aids cause my ear canals to itch?
Question: Why do my new hearing aids cause my ear canals to itch? Answer: If itchiness in the ear canal persists for more than a few days, you may need to change the size of the silicone domes that are attached to the hearing aids that sit within the canal. However, if your earpiece […]
Read MoreHearing Aids: Get the Scoop on What These Small but Powerful Devices Can Do
Did you know? Fewer than one out of three adults 70 and older who could benefit from hearing aids actually uses them, per the U.S. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, and the rate plunges to just 16 percent among those 20 to 69. The reasons for these stark statistics may vary, but […]
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