Hearing Tips

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Is My Hearing Susceptible to Damage?

Hearing loss stands as the second most common impairment globally, affecting more than 466 million people worldwide. Given its far-reaching occurrence, it is important to emphasize effectively handling the risks linked to its progress. Various factors contribute to an individual’s susceptibility to hearing loss, some within their control and others not. Hence, knowing who is

May 10, 2025

Hearing Loss in the Workplace has Unseen Costs

Sometimes, the results of a choice are plainly visible. Driving with a flat tire, for instance, leads to tire wear and potential expenses for realignment or a new axle. Ignoring regular oil changes can result in engine failure. Yet, some costs are subtler, with connections not immediately apparent. But just because they can’t be seen,

May 10, 2025
A person with long hair holds their hand to their ear, as if trying to hear better, against a plain light background. Only part of their face is visible.

The Overlooked Connection Between Diabetes and Hearing Loss 

When most people think of diabetes-related complications, they picture issues with vision, kidneys, or foot health. But one lesser-known and equally important concern is the effect of diabetes on hearing health. If you or someone you love is living with diabetes—or even pre-diabetes—it’s crucial to understand how it can impact your ears just as much

May 8, 2025
An older man with gray hair holds a cell phone to his ear and rests his other hand on his forehead, looking stressed or worried. He is wearing glasses and a blue shirt, sitting indoors with a plant in the background.

The Hidden Connection Between Depression and Hearing Loss

When we think about depression, we often focus on emotional or mental triggers but what if an under-treated physical condition could be playing a larger role than we realize? Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic conditions in older adults, yet it’s often overlooked not just in diagnosis, but in how it may

April 30, 2025
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When Should I Upgrade to Newer Hearing Aids?

Obviously, it’s time for a hearing aid upgrade if you’re still using one of those antiquated ear trumpets. But how will you know it’s time to upgrade when you’re using older conventional hearing aids? The hearing aids you got a decade ago seem to still be getting the job done, after all. It’s likely that,

January 13, 2025
Hard of hearing woman trying to talk with daughter in the park.

Disregarding Hearing Loss Has Negative Consequences

Unfortunately, as we get older, we often experience hearing loss. Even though about 20 percent of the world’s population experiences hearing loss, it’s often disregarded as a normal part of aging. However, if you disregard hearing loss, it can have a negative impact on your overall health and well-being that goes beyond difficulty hearing. So

January 12, 2025
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Get More Life Out of Your Hearing Aid Batteries With These 6 Tips

Batteries are the one component of hearing aids that can become really costly. The expense of replacing hearing aid batteries is one of the biggest economic challenges that a consumer faces when purchasing hearing aids. Even worse, hearing aid batteries always seem to quit when you need them most. This is a real issue, even

January 12, 2025