Is There a Link Between Poor Air Quality and Hearing Loss?
We all know that air quality is important for our lungs and overall health. However, research has shown that exposure to poor air quality may increase your risk of hearing loss. Research on Air Quality and Hearing Loss A recent study analyzed data from over 15,000 adults in the Korean National Health and Nutrition Survey….
Make Getting a Hearing Test Your New Year’s Resolution
For many, the coming new year represents a chance to reflect on what’s ahead and set new goals and resolutions. If you have been struggling with hearing loss, one resolution you absolutely should add to your list is to schedule a hearing test. How To Know if You Need a Hearing Test The pure-tone audiogram…
Studies Find Hearing & Vision Impairments Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
The older you get, the more likely you are to experience hearing loss. In fact, the National Institute on Aging reports one in three people ages 65 to 74 has hearing loss, and for those 75 and older, this number jumps to one in two. Similarly, a 2016 study reveals that vision impairment affects approximately…
Can Poor Nutrition Cause Hearing Loss?
Most people think of hearing loss being caused by advancing age or exposure to loud noises. While this is correct, there’s another cause many are unaware of: poor nutrition. We review the link between micronutrient deficiencies and hearing loss as well as what foods can boost your hearing below. What the Research Says According to…
Effects of Untreated Hearing Loss on Senior Citizens
The National Institute on Aging reports that approximately one in three adults ages 65 to 74 experiences hearing loss, and for those ages 75 and older, this number jumps to one in two. Not only can this cause trouble hearing your friends at Hampton Senior Center, it can also affect your emotional, mental and physical…
Facts About Pediatric Hearing Loss for Audiology Awareness Month
Pediatric hearing loss is a fairly common condition that can be present at birth or as a child ages. In honor of October being Audiology Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight a few facts about hearing loss in children as well as what the best treatment options are. Your Child Should Have Their Hearing Checked…
Three Tips for Navigating a New Job With Hearing Loss
Starting a new job can be an exciting yet stressful endeavor. If you have hearing loss, you may be wondering how to navigate your new role. Let’s look at a few ways you maximize your hearing ability and improve your confidence at work. Use Hearing Aids To Improve Communication One of the hardest parts about…
Benefits of Treating Hearing Loss Early
Hearing loss is common, affecting approximately 48 million Americans. But despite its prevalence, “On average, hearing aid users wait over 10 years after their initial diagnosis to be fit with their first set of hearing aids,” reports the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Unfortunately, waiting can have disastrous effects. According to one study, “Waiting long periods of…
Is There a Connection Between Fibromyalgia & Hearing Loss?
When two medical conditions occur together, they are known as comorbidities. Along with tension headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety and depression, another comorbidity of fibromyalgia is hearing loss. We review the connection below. What Is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by musculoskeletal pain and fatigue, sleep, memory and mood problems….
Can Hearing Loss Prevent You From Getting a Good Night’s Sleep?
Getting quality sleep is essential to your overall health. Many factors can get in the way of enjoying a good night’s sleep, ranging from sleep disorders to drinking one too many cups of coffee at Culture Café. Research has shown that hearing loss may affect your sleep as well. Research Links Hearing Loss to Insomnia…