An Audiologist’s Guide to Hearing Loss
by Callum McPhillips We have 5 senses vital to everyday life, yet hearing is thought to be one of the most important. In terms of communication, hearing allows us to connect with loved ones, contributing to our happiness and well-being. However, to communicate effectively, our hearing should be accurate and instant. Hearing reduction can gradually…
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Earbuds vs. Over-Ear Headphones – Which Should You Use?
Diet and exercise aside, avoiding noise-induced trauma is arguably one of the best ways to reduce your chances of hearing loss. However, while everybody knows that explosive noise like construction equipment and jet engines can damage your ears, fewer people are aware of another, more common culprit. I’m speaking about music. These days, I expect…
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How important is it for a doctor to wear a face mask if a patient can’t understand what they are saying?
What’s more important for the patient who has hearing loss, preventing the spread of COVID-19 or being able to communicate effectively with their doctor? Is there another way to have both? Today, most guidelines call for six feet of social distancing, whenever possible. At medical centers and health clinics, the doctors and the patients are…
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A Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia
by Stephen Yontz, President of FitHearing, LLC Hearing loss affects over 48 million people in the U.S., according to the Hearing Loss Association of America, and puts them at greater risk for cognitive decline and even dementia. The age group affected by the greatest amount of hearing loss are those between 60-69 years old. Dr.…
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Conquering The High Costs Associated With Senior Hearing Loss
by Dave Pegg Hearing loss affects one-third of seniors aged between 65 and 74 years of age. This figure rises to 50% of seniors over the age of 75, according to statistics from A Place For Mom. Hearing loss typically occurs as either sensorineural hearing loss or conductive hearing loss. Regardless of which type a…
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