Hearing aids have been one of the most important inventions of all time. They have allowed people to hear more and better than they ever have before. They have granted children the ability to hear their parents and grandparents to enjoy the company of their grandchildren. Even now, research is occurring that will allow hearing […]
Ever think you’d be able to go to Walmart or Costco for hearing evaluations and hearing aid fittings? Well, you can. The convenience factor may appeal to you, as you can finish your grocery shopping and then head over for a hearing aid fitting afterward. This on-demand approach to health care is alarming because you’re […]
The hearing aid industry is looking at unprecedented growth that is predicted to increase by 2016 by almost three percent. It’s already at $2 billion each year, thanks in large part to the growing use of 3D printing and laser scanning to manufacture hearing devices. The industry has sorely been in need of automated machines […]
It’s no secret that your hearing health is one of the most crucial parts of your physical health, but many you may unknowingly hurt your hearing by not protecting yourself against extremely loud noises throughout your life. It’s coming to the forefront, though, that what you eat can have a direct impact on your hearing. […]
You should pay extra attention to your hearing loss and any changes in your feelings or mood according to a recent study. They said that there is a strong correlation between people with hearing loss and those who have depression. This nefarious disease can cause severe bouts of sadness and an inability to engage in […]
Although you may resort to removing earwax from your ear canal with a variety of home-based tools, such as cotton swabs, or even your finger, you should stop right away. This can cause irreversible damage in the form of hearing loss, with earwax impaction also a very real possibility. Earwax protects your ear canal, which […]
Going to a place of employment — a rewarding and fulfilling experience for many people – can carry with it immense positive benefits from helping others, from settling lawsuits to fixing machines that transport necessary materials. But unfortunately some occupations have an inherent danger in regards to your health—your hearing health that is. Contributing to […]
Instead of missing out on seeing the latest and greatest flicks at the movie theater, hearing impaired individuals can now take advantage of new technology that allows them to view films in comfort. Before the advent of this technology, people who are deaf or hearing impaired could not enjoy the latest movies until the addition […]
If you haven’t had the opportunity to learn about hearing dogs, you’re in luck with this article. You’ve probably heard how helpful seeing eye dogs can be, which assist the blind or sight-impaired in their daily lives. But in the last 10 years, there’s been more focus on hearing dogs who are capable of helping […]
As you tackle your daily business, you may not understand how some of your more unhealthy habits are affecting not just your whole health but your hearing too. You’re probably unaware just how interwoven your hearing is to the functioning of your body, which has been proven by research through studies that have linked whole […]