Exploring the connection between hearing loss and balance
/Treating our hearing loss is an important step to take for maintaining our safety, independence, and overall quality of life
Read MoreOne cure for loneliness? Wearing hearing aids
/Loneliness affects 1 in 4 older adults and 5–15% of adolescents and can have a profound impact on our overall well-being—increasing our risk of dementia, early mortality (by nearly 40%), and other health issues.
Read MoreSix dos and don’ts for wearing hearing aids in winter
/Wintertime—especially if you live in a place where it gets bitterly cold—can be tough on a lot of things: our automobiles, our fingers and toes, and our psyche. But it doesn’t have to be tough on our hearing aids…
Read MoreHow hearing aids have helped me defy the limits of hearing loss
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In his newest blog written exclusively for Starkey Hearing, Justin Osmond—who was born with a severe-to-profound hearing loss and has been wearing hearing aids since he was two years old—talks about how hearing aids have helped him overcome the challenges of hearing loss and improve his quality of life.
Read MoreHow age-related hearing loss can impact our independence
/Wearing hearing aids, if recommended by a professional, can be an effective solution for treating age-related hearing loss before it can impede on our daily autonomy.
Read MoreHow to hear well and be well in the new year
/After all, the word “wellness” pertains to general health or well-being, which could encapsulate anything from physical to mental health. So, when we talk about taking charge of our wellness in the new year, where do we even begin?
Read MoreFour ways hearing aids can help with self-care this holiday season
/Self-care involves not only looking after your physical and mental well-being, but also making them a priority
Read MoreTop 5 things to feel thankful for with better hearing
/Ask just about any hearing aid wearer what it was like before treating their hearing loss and they’ll likely respond, “I can’t believe how much I was missing.”
Read MoreNew guidelines alert physicians of the importance of screening for hearing loss
/Regular hearing exams not only are the first step in helping to prevent the long-term detriments of hearing loss, such as dementia, but also play an immediate role in the early intervention of ARHL.
Read MoreFew report their tinnitus—learn why you should
/Whether the tinnitus feels like a minor distraction or an undermining condition, many people are overlooking treatment and going about their lives.
Read MoreNoise exposure at work is more common than you think
/Excessive noise can happen wherever we work. And it isn’t good for our hearing.
Read MoreBetter hearing can boost our brain power, study shows
/The researchers unsurprisingly concluded the study on an uplifting note, suggesting that early detection and management of hearing loss could help people live to a greater age without dementia.
Read MoreThe proven connection between hearing aids and reduced risk of falls
/Wearing hearing aids can reduce our risk of falling by 50%, per a recent study led by Campos and published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Read MoreLet the games—and hearing protection—begin
/Whether you’ll be watching the Olympics or sticking to your regularly scheduled major league sports this summer, now is a great time to become more aware of noise levels around you and protect your hearing from noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).
Read MoreTop 5 ways better hearing can help you enjoy summer gatherings
/Wearing hearing aids can help ensure you never miss a story, a gossip tidbit, a riveting show recap—all the things we share with one another that connect us, deepen our relationships, and make every moment together worthwhile.
Read MoreNoise-induced hearing loss increasingly affecting U.S. workers
/Excessive noise exposure can cause permanent and irreversible hearing loss. Fortunately, protecting your hearing can help prevent hearing damage from occurring in the first place, which we’ll discuss momentarily.
Read MoreTinnitus expert shares hope and solutions for affected veterans
/Are you or someone you know suffering from tinnitus? You're not alone. Tinnitus affects millions of people worldwide, including countless veterans for whom it is the number one service-related disability.
Read MoreToo few treat their hearing loss—here’s why you should
/Today’s fact reveals that only 20% of people who could benefit from wearing hearing aids actually seek help from a health professional. Are you surprised or not surprised?
Read MoreHey, Men—here’s why it’s important to prioritize your hearing health
/In his newest blog written exclusively for Starkey, Justin Osmond—who was born with a severe-to-profound hearing loss and has been wearing hearing aids since he was two years old—talks to men about the importance of prioritizing their hearing health during Men’s Health Month, already in progress.
Read MoreWhere is the best place to get hearing aids?
/Today, your options have gotten more complicated, with online-only retailers, big-box stores and over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids you can buy at places like Walgreens and CVS. Here’s the thing, though—seeing a hearing care professional is still the best way to be treated for hearing loss or get hearing aids. Let us explain why.
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