Each year, roughly 2 million workplace injuries are documented. Usually, we think about a hand caught in a piece of machinery or a flying projectile when we consider work-related injuries. But the most prevalent workplace injury is much more pernicious and often goes unreported. Over the course of several years, it will sneak up slowly […]
Hearing loss issues aren’t always resolved by cranking the volume up. Here’s something to think about: Many people are capable of hearing really soft sounds, but can’t make out conversations. That’s because hearing loss is often irregular. You generally lose certain frequencies but are able to hear others, and that can make speech sound muffled. […]
Scientists think that 20-somethings with hearing aids will soon become more common as hearing loss is a public health concern. When you think of extreme hearing loss, thoughts of elderly people might come to mind. But all age groups have seen a recent rise in hearing loss during the last few years. Hearing loss clearly […]
There are plenty of health reasons to keep in shape, but did you know weight loss supports better hearing? Research reveals children and adults who are overweight are more likely to experience hearing loss and that eating healthy and exercising can help support your hearing. Knowing more about these relationships can help you make healthy […]
Our lives are busy and chaotic – from our jobs to cooking food to social events. It probably seems like there’s never enough time to get your hearing examined. And perhaps you think it can wait because you don’t believe you’re experiencing hearing loss. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait: 1. You Can Prevent Additional Hearing […]
There’s a very basic message for anybody struggling with hearing loss: Use hearing aids. Why? A recent study found that individuals who received hearing aids within three years of being diagnosed with hearing impairment were less likely to develop dementia, depression, anxiety, and dangerous falls than people who did not get hearing aids. While this […]
The first thing to do, when you start to recognize that you have hearing loss, is to eliminate further damage. There are, after all, some simple measures you can take to protect your hearing and limit further hearing loss. Step 1: Clean Your Ears Did you clean behind your ears? It’s one of those initial […]
Being in a constant state of heightened alertness is the definition of anxiety. Heightened alertness is a good thing when there’s danger but some people get stuck in a continuous state of alertness even when they’re not in any danger. Instead of feeling anxious before a big job interview, you could be simmering with fear […]
You wear your mask when you go out, sometimes more than one, and you generally don’t mind. At times, however, you have a hard time hearing conversations. When you go to the supermarket or doctor’s appointment, the voices of cashiers and receptionists are muffled, even distorted. Sometimes, you can’t make out anything that’s being said. […]
All year is allergy season in some locations. From pet dander to pollen, allergies can range from a slight inconvenience to a daily battle that affects your quality of life. The first and most familiar indications that you are dealing with allergies are normally itchy eyes and a runny nose. But more advanced symptoms, including […]
