Your hearing is a precious gift—Take care of it! Tiny fibers in your ears are responsible for helping you hear. They can be damaged by loud noise. Once damaged, they can’t be repaired. Taking care of yours ears beginning at a young age—especially while on the job—goes a long way at preserving your hearing for […]
You’ve chosen the right set of hearing aids that complements your lifestyle. Now it’s time to pick the accessories that will keep your hearing aids in tip-top shape. Hearing aids are worn every single day, so in order to keep them functioning properly, you need a few extra accessories. Batteries First and foremost, unless you […]
Is it time for a pair of hearing aids? If you are getting fit for hearing aids for the first time, you may be unfamiliar with the process and you might not know what to expect. If it has been awhile since you got a new pair, you may not remember the process. Here’s what […]
Are you worrying that your child may be struggling with hearing loss? If they are too young to understand or articulate what they are going through, it is important for you as a parent to understand the signs of hearing problems or delays. A hearing impairment, if not addressed early on, can have a negative […]
When is the last time you visited your audiologist or had a hearing test? Do you regularly listen to headphones at full volume? Do you wear a hat to keep your ears warm in the winter? Do you wear protective earmuffs when exposed to loud noises? If you aren’t prioritizing your hearing health, it’s time […]
It’s cold out there! Your parents always told you to wear a hat in the winter to keep warm, but did you know that it wasn’t just to keep your little ears from freezing off? Sure, hats, earmuffs, and headbands keep your ears and head toasty warm, but keeping your ears protected in cold weather […]
Miscommunication is common, even with the best communicators among us. Adding in hearing loss can make communication even more difficult. Thankfully there are hearing aids and cochlear implants to assist individuals with hearing loss, but some individuals still decide to pair their hearing aids with sign language. Having a bilingual communication plan can make you […]
Are you having problems with your hearing aids? You may be wondering if it’s time to get a new pair of hearing aids entirely, or if you can repair them. While it may be tempting to get a new pair and upgrade your technology, you can take your hearing aids into your audiologist for repairs. […]
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts are recommending that individuals above a certain age wear a mask in public and maintain strict social distancing guidelines. While it is important to do this in order to maintain the safety of the community, it can make communicating difficult, especially for the hearing-impaired community. Communication Difficulties […]
It might be fall, but it’s not time for you hearing aids to fall out! Okay, that was a bad joke, but hearing aids that won’t stay in your ears is not just an annoying problem, it can be downright panic-inducing. Imagine your hearing aids falling out into the toilet, into a body of water, […]
