Category Archives: Hearing Health

Earwax is not something that we often talk or think about. Most of the time, it is a harmless substance. But for some, earwax can be a nuisance, leading to itchy or painful ears. In some cases, it can affect your hearing. Normally, our ears will remove wax on their own, which means we don’t ...click here to read more

As we age, our senses naturally become duller, but for some, this loss of vision or hearing happens much more quickly and much more severely. In fact, a recent national health survey found that 65 percent of adults over the age of 70 in the United States have hearing loss. It is known that people ...click here to read more

If following along with conversations in noisy areas is becoming difficult and talking with people younger than you is hard, it’s time for a hearing test. Age-related hearing loss is a common occurrence, especially after the age of 50. In fact, around 40 percent of people over the age of 50 suffer from some degree ...click here to read more

A study has found that with hearing loss, there is also a greater risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) among seniors. The study looked at medical records of 433 patients aged 80 to 106 to determine a possible link between hearing loss and CVD risk factors. Hearing loss information was collected using audiograms along with word ...click here to read more

Wax build-up is a common ailment that can lead to discomfort, pressure, and temporary hearing loss. Earwax is produced deep in the ear and makes its way outward. For most people, earwax is not bothersome as it will remove itself. In other cases, it can lead to a blockage. We often stick cotton swabs or ...click here to read more

Tinnitus is a medical condition defined by the perception of a sound, often described as a ringing, that is not caused by any external source. It is said to affect six million people in the United Kingdom. Around one in every 100 tinnitus patients experience extreme distress from the condition, some even becoming disabled by ...click here to read more

Just like any other part of your body, for proper hearing, your ears need nutrients. If you have nutritional deficiencies, you may find it more difficult to hear. This is why it’s so important to consume balanced, healthy meals to ensure you get in a wide variety of nutrients to ensure all of your bodily ...click here to read more

More and more people are suffering from hearing loss, and it’s affecting younger generations too. The problem is the primary cause of this influx in hearing loss is preventable, yet many of us don’t do much to prevent it and are suffering the consequences of this. The common cause of hearing loss is a noise-induced ...click here to read more

The summer is a time of year to enjoy being outdoors, not worrying about hearing loss. Unfortunately, throughout the summer, there are plenty of threats against your hearing that you need to be mindful of. The thing with hearing loss is that it doesn’t just affect seniors. Anyone of any age can begin to experience ...click here to read more

The sudden loss of hearing (idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss) is a rare condition, affecting approximately 20 people out of every 100,000. It is characterized by an unexplained hearing loss that occurs over a period of 72 hours. Patients who suffer from this condition are often the victims of permanent hearing damage. Because of this, ...click here to read more

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIH) occurs with the exposure of – you guessed it – noise. Very loud noise and either at once or overtime are dangerous. Roughly 15 percent of Americans live with NIH, which can either be temporary (such as ringing in the ears after a loud concert), or permanent. A new treatment may ...click here to read more

Getting a hearing test is equally as important as getting a physical examination, vision test, or seeing the dentist. Having your hearing checked spans much further than just determining your ability to hear or not. In fact, checking your hearing can actually reveal much more about your overall health. This is because our ability to ...click here to read more

A common form of treatment for hearing loss is the use of hearing aids. Unfortunately, many who need them don’t get them due to cost and insurance complications. This, unfortunately, can pose a large risk to a person’s health and life. But if people who lived with hearing loss were able to easily obtain hearing ...click here to read more

How are your stress levels? Are you at the point of pulling out your hair, or would you say you have it under control? It’s important to properly control your stress levels as it can take a very negative toll on your overall health. More specifically, it has been discovered that stress can contribute to ...click here to read more