Study shows constant stress can affect how we h
/Chronic stress can have systemic effects that can negatively impact our day-to-day lives.
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Research finds biological factors influence hearing sensitivity more than age
/Let’s take a look at the study behind this discovery, how the interesting results came to be, and the reasoning behind them.
Read MoreMy 5 biggest misconceptions about hearing aids—and how I overcame them
/“I was born without the ability to hear and received my first hearing aids around the age of two. For as long as I can remember, they’ve been part of my world, yet the misconceptions that surround hearing aids have followed me throughout my life.”
Read MoreHow to stay safe in sound this Protect Your Hearing Month
/According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), noise exposure to sounds over 85 decibels (dB)—even for a short time in some cases—can cause noise-induced hearing loss.
Read MoreTreating hearing loss may delay dementia for a large number of older adults
/Today’s hearing fact spotlights some of the latest findings to add to the list: A recent study found that hearing loss, from a population perspective, may be accountable for nearly one-third of dementia occurrences in older adults.
Read MoreHow long do hearing aids last?
/Ahhh… technology: We love it. We’re sometimes frustrated by it. But let’s face it—we all can name at least one techno-gadget that makes life simpler or more enjoyable.
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 MoreWho should you see for your hearing loss?
/If you’ve been experiencing hearing loss and wondering who you should see to treat it, you’re definitely not alone. After all, just as there are several different providers to consider for vision issues (optometrist, ophthalmologist, or optician) there are various hearing care professionals to choose from when it comes to hearing care.
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 More10 dos and don’ts for communicating with someone with hearing loss
/Whether your loved one is in the early days of adapting to new hearing aids or still thinking about getting their hearing tested, one of the best things you can do for them—and for your relationship—is to support their hearing needs when you communicate with one another.
Read MoreCelebrating Better Hearing Month and the benefits of treating hearing loss
/Regardless of whether you’re currently enjoying these benefits through wearing hearing aids or are thinking about getting your hearing tested once and for all—Better Hearing Month is the month for YOU.
Read MoreWhy we should monitor our hearing and vision as we age
/Vision loss has joined hearing loss on the list of modifiable risk factors for dementia, according to the latest report by the Lancet Commission on Dementia, Prevention, Intervention and Care.
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 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 MoreViruses can lead to longer-term issues, including hearing loss
/With the “sickness season” upon us, there’s no better time to explore the association between hearing loss and COVID-19, an ongoing health issue in the U.S.
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 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?
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