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Will Warmer Weather Impact My Hearing Aid Performance?
As temperatures rise in Wilmington, people who benefit from hearing aids may wonder how the heat and humidity of summer affect their devices; they’re not alone, nearly 28.8 million Americans could benefit from hearing aids.…
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Don’t Let Hearing Loss Make Travel Stressful
It’s the time of year when many people are preparing to travel to spend time with family and friends. If you wear hearing aids, a bit of extra care can ensure you’re able to enjoy…
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Signs Your Hearing Aids May Need Adjustment
If you’re experiencing any of the following issues, it may be time to visit your audiologist for a check-up. Inconsistent Volume While it’s normal to adjust the volume based on your environment, constantly needing to…
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Questions to Ask Your Audiologist to Better Understand Your Hearing Loss
If you’ve taken the important step of getting a hearing test, you’re on your way to improving your hearing and overall quality of life. Once your hearing test is complete, you’ll have an opportunity to…
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Auditory Training and Hearing Aids: Working Together To Improve Communication
Living with hearing loss can be frustrating. It often feels like sounds become muddled or indistinguishable, making conversations difficult to follow. While hearing aids amplify sounds, they don’t always solve the problem of processing and…
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Thriving Socially with Age-Related Hearing Loss: Tips to Stay Connected
Hearing loss is a common issue among older adults. Nearly one-third of people between the ages of 65 and 74 in the U.S. experience some degree of hearing loss. Known as presbycusis, age-related hearing loss…
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Preparing for College with Hearing Loss: A Guide to Thriving in Your New Academic Journey
Hearing loss is a widespread condition, impacting around 60.7 million Americans aged 12 and over. If you’re a young person dealing with hearing loss, you might worry about how it could influence your academic performance…
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Pediatric Hearing Loss: What Parents Should Know
Pediatric hearing loss is a prevalent condition affecting many families worldwide. According to the CDC, nearly two out of every 1,000 children in the United States are born with detectable hearing loss in one or…
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How to Support Those with Hearing Loss Fatigue
Listening fatigue is a common issue, particularly among individuals with hearing loss, auditory processing disorders or those exposed to prolonged periods in noisy environments. This condition occurs when the effort of listening becomes exhausting, leading…
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How To Know When Your Hearing Aids Need Adjusting
Hearing loss is not fixed; it can change and worsen over time. Regular adjustments are crucial to ensure hearing aids effectively meet your evolving auditory needs. During an adjustment or programming appointment, your audiologist will…
