When you, or someone close to you, reach the age of 60 and begin to experience a subtle decline in hearing, you might wonder why. You're not alone. An overwhelming 65 percent of adults aged 60 and over face age-related hearing loss, a condition deeply rooted in the...
Hearing Loss
Know Somebody Considering Treating Their Hearing Loss? Show Them These Stories
When it comes to hearing loss, like any health condition, it can be tricky to reach out for support. Whether you or someone you know has been suffering from hearing loss, it’s important to reach out for support. If you feel anxious about taking that first step to...
Reducing Noise in Restaurants: An Investment for Better Dining Experiences
The vibrant ambiance of a restaurant is a combination of chatter, clinking cutlery, the buzz of the kitchen, and, occasionally, ambient music. However, when these sounds culminate in a cacophony, it can negatively impact the dining experience, especially for older...
Significant Hearing Loss Found in Refugees
You’ve likely heard a ton of news on the war in Ukraine, but something that hasn’t been widely reported is the impact that the war has had on the hearing health of refugees. When you consider that Ukrainian refugees are exposed to bombs and missiles, it’s no surprise...
Costco vs. West Coast Hearing & Balance – What’s The Difference?
If you’re new to hearing aids, you’ve probably received marketing about all types of hearing devices. You may have visited your local store and seen available hearing devices or spoken with a friend who recommended them to you and loves how cheap they are. Hearing...
Dr. Gregory Explains New Research on the Connection Between Cognitive Decline and Hearing Loss
The findings of a recent hearing loss study are extremely important. This research is for everyone, not just those with hearing loss. As a Doctor of Audiology, I feel obligated to share this with our community. Let’s talk about what this CNN-published study found and...
How Common Is Hearing Loss?
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) says 37.5 million US adults “report some trouble hearing.” It’s likely hearing loss numbers are higher than this due to the considerable number of adults who don’t report it. People of all...
Different Types of Hearing Loss and How to Treat Them
Hearing loss can present itself very gradually so patients have a lot of time to adapt and conceal their problems from their family, friends, and co-workers. It can often be hard to identify because of this. Each patient will have different experiences and come from...
Do I Need A Hearing Assessment?
The Centers for Disease Control report hearing loss as the third most common health problem in the USA, trailing behind arthritis and heart disease but more common than either cancer or diabetes. Despite these statistics, hearing care tends to be far down the list...
Helping A Loved One With A Hearing Loss This Holiday Season
Because hearing loss is so prevalent — approximately 37.5 million adults report some trouble hearing — it’s to be expected that most of us will have a loved one facing this holiday season with a bit of trepidation due to their untreated hearing loss. Will they be...