From the tiniest vibrations to the complex mechanisms within our ears, the science of hearing is truly fascinating. Let’s explore some of the delightful and surprising facts about hearing and learn more about your ears. The Smallest Bones in the …
Links between Hearing Loss & COVID-19
The COVID-19 coronavirus is most known for its respiratory symptoms, and indeed these are the direst, particularly for the elderly and immunocompromised. However, in addition to respiratory symptoms, COVID-19 produces a wide range of other symptoms ranging from hair loss …
March 3 is World Hearing Day: Hearing Care for All
Since 2007 The World Health Organization(WHO) has celebrated March 3rd as World Hearing Day, to raise awareness around hearing issues, awareness and care. WHO estimates that hearing loss currently affects 15% of the world’s population, or approximately 466 million people. …
How does Telemedicine Work?
These days many of us are less likely to go to the doctor for fear of exposing ourselves to the COVID-19 virus. Many of us now reserve our doctor’s visits for emergencies only, letting other conditions go unaddressed while we …
Keeping Your Hearing Aids Dry
Have you ever accidentally stepped into the shower without taking out your hearing aids? We’ve all been there. It can be hard to keep your hearing aids dry, and sometimes a shower or a rainstorm can get your hearing aids …
Hand Dryers Can Hurt Kids’ Ears
Loud noises are all around us. You may listen to your music with the volume turned all the way up, go to a very loud sports game, or ride an ATV that’s very noisy. One teenager from Canada decided to …
Past Attempts at Curing Hearing Loss
Fortunately, we are well informed about hearing loss, the symptoms, and effective treatment options. Today, there is substantial research and information available that has contributed to a greater understanding of hearing loss and the numerous ways it impacts peoples’ lives. …
Ear Infections & Hearing Loss
An ear infection is a painful swelling or inflammation in the ear, accompanied by a buildup of fluid in the ear canal or middle ear. Kids have ear infections more often than adults, but people of all ages can suffer …
Can Hearing Loss Be Cured?
Hearing loss affects 48 million Americans. It’s among the most prevalent chronic health conditions facing older adults, and people of all ages suffer from hearing loss. Many people treat their hearing loss with hearing aids, but if you’ve recently noticed …
Hearing Loss and Sleep
Our senses are intimately connected to the ability to get restful sleep, but the relationship between them is quite mysterious. Why is it that we are able to sleep through distracting sounds sometimes, but an alarm can wake us up? …
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