How hearing aids can protect against age-related health issues

By getting help with our hearing loss sooner rather than later, we can keep our brains active, engaged, and processing sound—whether it’s our conversation with a dinner companion, an instruction from our community education teacher, or the hum of our refrigerator.

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Better 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.

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Top 5 do’s and don’ts of hearing aid care

Hearing aids are one of the best investments you can make in maintaining a healthy, active, and joyful life through better hearing. But like with any technology—particularly the digital kind—you want to take care of them so they continue to give you optimal performance and all the benefits that go with your best listening experiences.

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Let 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).

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Top 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.

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Noise-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.

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Hey, 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.

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Where 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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