Cognitive decline has long been an early indicator of dementia, the sixth leading cause of death in this country. So it makes sense that we should be vigilant of anything that might compromise our brain functions. That’s why we should start looking at hearing loss. Even adults with a little hearing loss are at a higher risk of dementia, and …

One in five Americans is living with hearing loss, so there’s a good chance you know someone who struggles to hear. A close friend or family member is probably hard of hearing, but no reason should affect your relationship. If your loved one has hearing loss, you know it can be challenging to communicate. You want your relationship to be …

When hearing loss is a problem, it can be hard to talk to those closest to us. This is one of the biggest problems we face. Because of our hearing loss, our partners, friends, and coworkers may feel just as frustrated as we do. Even though they may need to learn new ways to talk to us, there are some …

Hearing loss starts in the ears, but it affects much more. What starts as simple misunderstandings and asking people to repeat themselves can turn into anger, loneliness, anxiety, and broken relationships.  Even though hearing loss is often permanent, hearing aids can help. These devices make it easier for you to hear sounds that are hard to hear so that you …

Hearing loss that isn’t treated can make it hard to get along with others. Hearing is a vital part of communicating and getting along with others. When hearing isn’t good, communication suffers, leading to a withdrawal from society. When you stop talking to other people, it affects your relationships, mental health, and overall health.  When hearing loss is treated, symptoms …

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, so it’s a great time to consider how Alzheimer’s disease affects people, families, and communities. Alzheimer’s is the most common dementia, a broad term for many cognitive problems.  Here, we’ll look at the link between hearing loss and Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia. Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s is often talked about in terms of how it …

We all know that a healthy diet is good for our health, but did you know that it can also be good for your hearing health? Even though no one nutrient is the key to good health or preventing disease, eating a wide range of healthy foods regularly can help lower your risk of hearing loss. A study shows that …

After heart disease and arthritis, hearing loss is the third most common health problem in the United States. We believe it is essential to take hearing loss seriously, just as you would if you had heart disease or arthritis and needed to see a doctor. Even though it’s excellent that hearing loss is becoming more known and easier to get …

There are a lot of misconceptions around hearing loss. Often underestimated, we now know that hearing loss is connected to social isolation, depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, dementia, and a greater risk of falls. Still misinterpretation about the lack of severity of these side effects leaves insurance companies rarely covering the cost of treatment, let alone hearing exams. If people understood …

There are a lot of misconceptions around hearing loss. For instance, many people underestimate the serious nature of the condition. What can be mistaken for simple misunderstandings can build up over years. Once hearing loss declines it cannot be reversed, allowing for years of communication difficulties to build up into rifts between friends and family, as well as a decline …