Hearing loss can affect people in different ways. The type and severity of the hearing loss can impact how it affects people. One impact of hearing loss can be an increased sensitivity to sounds. Thes...Read More
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Tips for Communicating with a Coworker with a Hearing Impairment
May is just around the corner, which means it’s almost Better Hearing and Speech Month! Each year, May is marked as Better Hearing and Speech month, with the aim of raising awareness about communica...Read More
Tips for Driving with Hearing Loss
Being able to jump into our car and hit the open road is a privilege that many of us take for granted. Driving opens us up to the world. It’s estimated that an astounding 83% of adults in the U.S. d...Read More
What is Musical Ear Syndrome?
If you’ve ever experienced symptoms of tinnitus, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that over 50 million Americans experience the condition. Tinnitus is a “phantom” auditory perception. What t...Read More
Common Occupational Hearing Risks
Occupational hearing loss is one of the leading workplace injuries worldwide. Hearing hazards in the workplace can result in significant hearing loss. In many cases, this is completely preventable. Co...Read More
Tinnitus Myths & Facts
Tinnitus affects over 50 million Americans. Also referred to as ‘ringing in the ear’, tinnitus is the perception of sounds not made by a source outside of the body. People experiencing tinnitus ha...Read More
Can an Ear Infection Cause Hearing Loss?
Winter is a time of year when coughs, colds, influenza and viral infections are more common. During this time of the year, ear infections can also be more common. Although ear infections tend to be mo...Read More
4 Hearing Health Resolutions for the New Year
It’s a new year, and for many of us that means time to make a New Year’s resolution. According to Ipsos, it’s estimated that 38% of Americans plan to make a resolution. Of these, approximately 5...Read More
5 Gift Ideas for Someone with Hearing Loss
For many of us, the holiday season is a time of giving. Shopping for a special friend or family member can be fun, but it can also be challenging! Do you opt for the practical gift that they can use? ...Read More
What is Concentration Fatigue?
Fatigue and tiredness is a common issue for people with hearing loss, regardless of how mild or severe it might be. Struggling to hear or concentrating on lip reading or signing for a prolonged peri...Read More