When you begin on a course of medication, it’s normal to want to be informed about any possible side effects. Can it cause digestive problems? Will it cause dry mouth? Cause sleeplessness? There could also be a more severe potential side effect that you may not be aware of – hearing loss. Lots of different […]
Is age a factor in the development of hearing loss? Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions impacting all adults as they get older, but it is a gradual process. Actually, over one half of those 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. Particularly when it occurs frequently. You toss and turn and probably stare at the clock (or your phone) and worry about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. Medical professionals call this kind of chronic sleeplessness “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of chronic insomnia will add up, negatively impacting […]
You may be familiar with the numerous aspects contributing to hearing loss, like the impact of getting older, genetic predisposition within families, or prolonged exposure to loud noises. But the link between hearing loss and diabetes is not as well known. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How is your risk of developing […]
Everybody loves a quick fix, especially when the fix is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the right plumbing tutorial, go get the recommended tools, and get to work! A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes with doing […]
Lots of older people have hearing loss, but does that mean it’s unsafe for them to drive? Driving habits differ amongst different individuals so the response isn’t straightforward. While hearing loss is a component to consider when driving a vehicle, a skilled driver is still proficient even if they need to adjust the volume on […]
It’s an amazing and incredible experience, having a baby. But it can also be kind of… unpleasant, at least sometimes, and at least when it involves how it can make you feel. There are all kinds of peculiar side effects, like morning sickness, health challenges, and changes to your body. Getting there can be somewhat […]
The only one thing that you requested was for the garbage to be taken out. But, unfortunately, it never got done. “I Didn’t hear you”, they state. Why are you not surprised that your partner didn’t hear the one thing they needed done? This “selective hearing” is a common indication that communication is failing. This […]
Let’s face it, there’s no getting away from aging, and with it usually comes hearing loss. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still aging. But did you realize that hearing loss has also been connected to health problems associated with aging that are treatable, and in some cases, avoidable? Here’s a […]
Have you ever forgotten your Earbuds in your pocket and they ended up going through the laundry or maybe lost them altogether? Now it’s so boring going for a run in the morning. You have a dull and dreary commute to work. And the audio quality of your virtual meetings suffers considerably. The old saying […]
