Hearing is a remarkable sense that connects us to the world around us. It allows us to enjoy music, engage in conversations, and hear the laughter of loved ones. However, for some, the journey of preserving and nurturing this precious sense can be challenging. Hearing loss affects millions of individuals worldwide, but the good news is that recent advancements in …
Hearing Aid Wearers Experience Less Fatigue & Increased Social Activity
Not only is hearing loss frustrating but can be a very exhausting condition. For the estimated 48 million people in the United States affected by hearing loss, not only do they suffer from devastating communication issues, but the need to strain to fill in the blanks in conversation. No wonder, people with unaddressed hearing loss complain of fatigue! If you’ve …
Why You Should Schedule a Hearing Test for World Alzheimer’s Month
September is when we turn our attention to Alzheimer’s, a terrible brain disorder with unknown causes. Even though more and more research is being done on this condition, scientists still don’t know what causes many of its symptoms. People are aware of the disorder’s symptoms and how it worsens over time. Still, we haven’t found a cure or a way …
Know Alzheimer’s Disease: Treat Hearing Loss in September during World Alzheimer’s Month
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Launched in 2012, this global campaign raises awareness about dementia – a group of medical conditions that progressively deteriorates cognitive functions. 50 million people worldwide live with dementia, a number projected to rapidly increase. Alzheimer’s is the most common type, impacting up to 90% of people who experience dementia. Treating hearing loss can be an …
How Treating Hearing Loss Helps Your Mental Health
Hearing loss is a pervasive medical condition with significant effects that are often overlooked. Over 48 million people (nearly 1 in 5) experience some degree of hearing loss. Reduced capacity to hear and process sound strains communication which impacts relationships, social life, and job performance. As an invisible condition, hearing loss can be an isolating experience. Its range of symptoms …