A noisy workplace can damage hearing. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can lead to permanent hearing loss. These levels are known as noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). How does NIHL work? Loud noises damage the tiny hair cells in the inner ear that are crucial for hearing. Once damaged, these cells […]
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Your hearing aids are tiny computers; just like laptops and tablets, moisture can present a challenge. Humidity can affect hearing aids in a couple of ways. First, just like condensation that develops on a soft drink can, moisture results when warm, humid air meets the cooler metal components of your […]
Recent studies have shown that listening to music improves our mood and emotions as well as our overall mental state. Each of us encounters it daily, whether it be while watching a television commercial while taking a ride in an elevator, or hearing your grandchildren sing. Here are the top […]
We are truly living in an age of technology where things that once seemed impossible are now benefiting our everyday lives. Take hearing aids, for example. Due to technological advances, hearing aids are helping their users more than once seemed possible. Along with assisting people with just the ability to […]
Auditory wellness – what is it and how do you protect it? Whether you’re already accustomed to using hearing aids, suspect you might be experiencing hearing loss, or are fortunate enough to enjoy perfectly healthy ears, prioritizing your auditory health is a crucial step toward overall well-being. In this blog, […]