How to hear well and be well in the new year

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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?

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Better hearing can boost our brain power, study shows

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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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Let the games—and hearing protection—begin

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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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Noise-induced hearing loss increasingly affecting U.S. workers

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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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Too few treat their hearing loss—here’s why you should

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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?

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Hey, Men—here’s why it’s important to prioritize your hearing health

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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?

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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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Tinnitus shown to impact physical and mental health

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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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It's time to spring clean your hearing aids

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Imagine what this could mean to your spring: Listening to the return of nature’s best sounds, such as birds chirping and melted waters lapping; taking in the relaxing rhythmic crunch of gravel beneath your feet on a morning stroll; participating in conversations with loved ones over that first alfresco lunch; or cheering for a homerun by your favorite little leaguer. The list goes on.

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Musicians and tinnitus are a common duet, study shows

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Awareness is the first step to protecting your hearing from the noise exposure that often leads to tinnitus. But before we examine the next steps you can take to safeguard your hearing, let’s dig into the study that brought about today’s fact to begin with.

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1 in 4 who have hearing damage are unaware of it

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“I can hear fine.” If you ever found yourself feeling this sentiment, you’re not alone. And if you ever found out you were wrong about it, take heart—you’re in good company.

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Classical musicians at greater risk of hearing loss than rock ‘n rollers

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Classical musicians at greater risk of hearing loss than rock ‘n rollers

Whether you are a musician, music fan, or simply enjoy fascinating expert findings, today’s fact may perk up your ears: Why would classical musicians be more likely to have hearing loss than rock ‘n roll artists?

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