10 top ways treating hearing loss supports healthy aging
/There is one key decision we can make today that can significantly support our overall wellness as we age—get our hearing tested (regularly) and treat any hearing loss we may have.
Read MoreResearchers find earwax may contain indicators of hidden disorders
/First and foremost, earwax (also called cerumen) maintains and protects the skin inside the ear, preventing damaging elements like dirt and bacteria from getting into the eardrum.
Read MoreHow hearing loss and loneliness can impact heart health
/It is now widely known that hearing loss can affect overall health. In other words, if we choose not to treat our hearing loss, we may be putting ourselves at risk for health issues that span from problematic to pretty serious.
Read MoreHear me out: How hearing aids keep me wild, active, and free
/“I was born with severe-to-profound hearing loss. That could’ve been the end of the story—me, stuck on the sidelines, missing punchlines, instructions, and even the sounds of nature that so many take for granted. But thanks to technology, persistence, and a little grit, that’s not how my story played out.”
Read MoreWhat is listening fatigue and is it treatable?
/Listening fatigue (also called “listener’s fatigue” or “ear fatigue”) occurs when we strain to hear and interpret sound, and then experience mental, physical, and/or emotional exhaustion as a result.
Read MoreHow noise pollution can impact our hearing health
/Let’s face it: Sounds are all around us—but it’s those unrelenting or escalating sounds that can impact not only our hearing, but also our overall health.
Read MoreTen dos and don’ts for traveling with hearing aids
/Whether you are planning your tropical escape from winter or have a business trip approaching, your hearing aids are still one of your best companions for getting the most out of your travels. Any time, any place.
Read MoreTop 3 ways hearing aids can help with tinnitus
/Wearing hearing aids can help divert attention away from tinnitus noise by introducing “new” sounds we have long been deprived of due to hearing loss.
Read MoreExploring 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 MoreHow hearing aids have helped me defy the limits of hearing loss
/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 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 MoreExploring the impact of untreated hearing loss on physical well-being
/Leaving hearing loss untreated indeed has the potential to impact our physical well-being. But monitoring our hearing health and getting help for our hearing loss sooner rather than later can make a tremendous difference.
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 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 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 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.
Read MoreTinnitus shown to impact physical and mental health
/In honor of National Stress Awareness Month already in progress, we would like to take today’s hearing fact to spotlight tinnitus and the ripple effect it can have on your physical and mental well-being.
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