Ways to Support a Coworker with Hearing Loss
Whether you realize it or not, it is statistically likely you work with someone who has hearing loss. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” We review ways you can support a coworker with…
Is It Safe to Sleep with Headphones or Earbuds?
If you’re trying to wind down before bed by listening to music or drown out the sounds of the bustling city, you may be tempted to sleep with headphones or earbuds. But is doing so safe? We review what one study shows and how to listen safely below. What One Study Shows One 2017 Swedish…
Metabolic Syndrome Can Increase the Risk of Hearing Loss
According to a recent study, there is a link between metabolic syndrome and sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL). In this post, we review what exactly metabolic syndrome is, what SSNHL is, and how the two conditions are linked. What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic syndrome describes the presence of a cluster of risk factors for cardiovascular…
Why Do I Get Occasional Bouts of Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing, humming or other sound in the ear that has no external sound source. You may hear it in noisy environments like near construction sites or in quiet environments like the Wilmington Public Library during their Voices of Power events. If you experience occasional bouts of tinnitus…
Three Causes of Fluttering in the Ear
Have you ever felt as though there were helicopter blades or butterfly wings flapping in your ear? These sensations, also described as fluttering in the ear, are not entirely uncommon. Let’s examine three possible causes of fluttering in the ear, as well as treatment options. Tinnitus Tinnitus is experienced as a ringing in the ear….
What Is Congenital Hearing Loss & How Is it Treated?
Congenital hearing loss is partial or total loss of hearing that is present at birth. In this post, we review the types, symptoms, causes and treatments for congenital hearing loss. Types of Congenital Hearing Loss There are three types of congenital hearing loss: conductive, sensorineural and mixed. Conductive Hearing Loss Conductive hearing loss is caused…
Protect Your Hearing This Audiology Awareness Month
Not only is October Audiology Awareness Month, but it’s also National Protect Your Hearing Month as well. This makes it the perfect time to discuss some of the best ways to protect your ears and prioritize your hearing health! Quick Facts About Noise-induced Hearing Loss Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when noise causes damage to the…
Are Loggers at an Increased Risk for Hearing Loss?
Some professions, including being a logger, put you at an increased risk for noise-induced hearing loss. Let’s examine how noise from work can damage your ears as well as what to do to protect your hearing health. Job Duties Increase Hearing Loss Risk in Loggers A study published in 2017 wanted to determine the prevalence…
How To Help Your Child Adjust To Wearing Hearing Aids in the Classroom
If your child uses hearing aids, you want to make sure that they have all the resources they need to use and take care of their device and have success while in the classroom. Let’s look at some ways you can help them achieve that. Fill Your Child’s Backpack With Needed Hearing Aid Supplies It’s…
What Are the Benefits of Newborn Hearing Screenings?
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports that two to three of every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss in one or both of their ears. If left untreated, this can majorly impact speech and language development. Below we review the benefits of newborn hearing screenings. Why Screen Every Baby? In…