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Tinnitus & Trouble Sleeping: A Breakdown of How to Find Relief
There’s nothing much worse than tossing and turning in bed, unable to fall asleep. For those living with tinnitus, the battle to get a good night’s sleep can be a daily occurrence. Described as a constant annoying ringing in one’s ears that may also appear as screeching, rushing, or whooshing sounds, tinnitus affects around 32% […]
Read more →Choosing the Right Smoke Alarm for Those with Hearing Loss
If you or a family member is deaf or suffers from severe hearing loss, you may have some additional concerns when it comes to fire safety and choosing the right fire alarm or smoke detector. Fortunately, there are several great deaf-friendly smoke alarm options available on the market. Why Having the Right Smoke Alarm Matters […]
Read more →Benefits of Custom-Fitted Hearing Aids
When given a chance, it has become more frequent for people to invest in all things custom-made. Now, that common phrase, “One size fits all,” isn’t something people need to just accept anymore. The advancement in custom-made products molded specifically for each person has provided the opportunity for products to work for you, not you […]
Read more →Can I Use Headphones With My Hearing Aids?
In 1910 engineer Nathanial Baldwin created the first pair of audio headphones at his kitchen table. Since then, headphones have taken on many different styles and forms to the delight of many. But for people who use hearing aids, finding the right set of headphones can be an issue. Fortunately, there are now Bluetooth-enabled hearing […]
Read more →Smartphone Accessibility Features You May Not Know About
If you have hearing loss, you’ve probably found it challenging to take advantage of some of your smartphone’s advanced capabilities. Fortunately, both Apple and Android devices are now equipped with smartphone accessibility features to assist users who have hearing and/or vision loss. Here’s how these features can help you to use your phone more easily […]
Read more →Can Audiobooks Help Exercise Your Hearing?
Audiologists often recommend a wide variety of hearing exercises to enable patients with hearing loss to reach a higher level of auditory clarity and focus. Listening to audiobooks is an effective and enjoyable exercise that can help you adapt to new hearing aids, better understand spoken language, and interpret subtle sounds that were previously difficult […]
Read more →4 Reasons You’ll Get a Better Night’s Sleep Without Hearing Aids
When living with moderate to severe hearing loss, hearing aids make a difference in a person’s ability to interact with peers and the surrounding world. Though sometimes it’s hard to predict when we’ll doze off, remembering to remove your hearing aids before bed can have a significant impact on your quality of sleep. You’ll Preserve […]
Read more →4 Common Causes of Hearing Loss and Tinnitus During Pregnancy
From the first “congratulations!” to the baby’s first cries, pregnancy is a time for hearing so many wonderful things. Hearing loss and tinnitus are probably the last things many women expect during pregnancy, yet both are relatively common. Here, we’ll examine typical causes of hearing loss and tinnitus during pregnancy and when expectant mothers should […]
Read more →How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for People Who Are Hearing Impaired
Over 48 million Americans have some form of hearing impairment. There are several adjustments you can make at your office to create a more accommodating environment. Doing so will help you expand the pool of candidates you can hire while ensuring that you meet ADA guidelines. Create a More Inclusive Recruitment Process During the hiring […]
Read more →Medications With Potential Links to Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
Unfortunately, many medications meant to help treat and relieve pain and other health issues can have damaging side effects. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) reports that over 200 medications actually damage the inner ear, causing cause tinnitus, hearing loss, or balance issues. These medications are referred to as “ototoxic” and can cause temporary or permanent […]
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