Did You Know October Is Audiology Awareness Month?
Hearing loss can cause you to miss out on your favorite fall sounds, from the crunching of leaves at Rockford Park to the crackle of a bonfire and even the sound of geese overhead flying south for the winter. Fortunately, October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means there’s no better time to seek treatment for…
How Caffeine Affects Your Hearing
Waking up to a fresh, hot cup of coffee is one of life’s great pleasures. In addition to helping you feel more awake and alert, many have linked the delicious elixir with an increased risk of hearing loss and tinnitus. But is there any truth to these rumors? Understanding Caffeine Caffeine is a stimulant that…
Hearing Aids and Healthy Brain Function
Contrary to popular belief, more than just your ears are responsible for the act of hearing. Your brain plays a key role in hearing as well, helping you understand speech and process sounds. When hearing loss is left untreated, it causes your brain to work harder, which can lead to cognitive decline. Hearing aids may…
Strategies for Coping with Brain Fog from Hearing Loss
Brain fog is a type of cognitive impairment that can occur seemingly at random in those with untreated hearing loss or vestibular disorders. Feelings of confusion and diminished mental energy can seriously impact your ability to be productive. Learn how to identify your triggers and work your way through the haze. What Is Brain Fog?…
Keep Your Ears Safe This Summer
Summer is made for outdoor adventures, like spending time with family and friends around a campfire or boating on Town Beach at Silver Lake. In addition to the weather being perfect, it is also prime time for damage caused by exposure to loud sounds. Below is a breakdown of what can cause hearing loss and…
Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Migraines?
Have you ever developed an intense headache accompanied by nausea and dizziness, as if you’ve just gotten off a ride at Funland? If so, you most likely experienced a migraine – a common neurological disorder. Some researchers believe this disruptive condition may be linked to ear-related issues. Migraines & Hearing Loss Migraines and hearing loss…
World Health Organization Releases New Hearing Loss Estimate
Hearing loss is a global medical issue. According to a new report published by the World Health Organization, the number of people in the world with hearing loss will soon be in the billions. The World Report on Hearing This past March, the World Health Organization (WHO) put out the first ever World Report on…
Helping Your Child with Hearing Loss Develop Social Skills
Everyone wants the best for their child, including a healthy social life. For children with hearing loss, it may be difficult to make friends due to communication barriers and stigma about hearing loss. The first step is for their hearing loss to be identified with a hearing test then treated with hearing aids. The next…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
Prevalence of Hearing Loss in Services Workers Revealed
Occupational hearing loss has long been a problem, as workers are often exposed to dangerously loud sounds. New research from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health looked to determine if workers in the Services industry, the largest sector in the U.S., had an increased risk of hearing loss. Hazardous Work Conditions Occupational hearing…