Hearing loss appears in different forms, from presbycusis (age-related) to noise-induced. Unlike hearing loss that occurs from the natural process of aging, noise-induced hearing loss is 100% preventable. Even if you’ve spent years of your life exposed to loud noises, whether on the job or in your leisure activities, prevention now is better late than never! Here are a few …
The Pros & Cons of Different Hearing Aid Types
Intervening in hearing loss can significantly affect your quality of life. People with undiagnosed and untreated hearing loss tend to have much higher rates of depression, anxiety, and feelings of isolation. Once you’ve decided to take the critical step towards a fuller and easier life with hearing devices, making an appointment with your audiologist is the best next step. Don’t …
Sounds That Could Harm Your Hearing
Whether you work in an office or spend a lot of time at home, you’re exposed to some noise daily. You might not even realize it yet, but continuous exposure to high decibel sounds can cause harm to your hearing over time. Noises over 85 decibels, the unit of sound measurement, can damage hearing and potentially cause hearing loss. And …