Hearing Tips Blog

As our loved ones get older, certain changes in their health can be expected. One of the most common issues they may face is hearing loss. According to the National Institutes of Health, around one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 experience some level of hearing loss. And for people who […]

Read More… from How to Recognize and Manage Hearing Loss in Older Parents

Most individuals think that as they get older hearing loss will be unavoidable. In reality, damage from repeated exposure to loud noise is also a major factor. Permanent hearing loss builds up with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Alarmingly, this problem is not restricted to older adults; even children […]

Read More… from Hearing Loss is Largely Preventable

The underlying foundation of noise-induced hearing loss might seem well-understood. After all, the name itself indicates a fairly direct cause-and-effect relationship. The universal understanding is simply that loud noises damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, causing long-term and permanent hearing loss. And while that’s true, the mechanisms underpinning that cause have not always been […]

Read More… from Hearing Loss and the Zinc Link

It can be really frustrating and uncomfortable when your ears are itching. While your instinct might tempt you to use your finger or a small object to scratch the itch, it is crucial to understand the underlying cause first. Identifying the root cause of your ear itch will help you determine the safest and most […]

Read More… from Relief and Prevention Tips for Itchy Ears

In our younger days, food choices often were all about taste and immediate gratification, with very little consideration for long-term health consequences. But as we become adults we begin to become aware of how what we eat can impact our health and overall well-being. One surprising way poor nutrition can have negative consequences, according to […]

Read More… from Hearing Health and Nutrition – What’s the Connection?

The typical summer day is likely filled with fun activities and happenings, from motorcycle rides to family reunions to fireworks to sporting events. Most of these activities are perfectly safe and healthy, but there are some that do come with a risk of noise-related hearing loss. Over time, the loud noises that accompany some of […]

Read More… from Avoiding Noise-Related Hearing Loss