If you find yourself struggling to fall asleep because of disruptive noises, earplugs might provide a simple and effective answer. By inserting a pair of earplugs before bed, you can significantly reduce or completely block out sounds that otherwise interfere with your ability to sleep. Getting a restful night’s sleep is vital for your overall […]
We can expect some particular health changes as our family members age. One of the most common problems they might face is hearing loss. As reported by the National Institutes of Health, around one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 experience some level of hearing loss. This number goes up substantially […]
Most people think that as they age hearing loss will be inescapable. In truth, damage from repeated exposure to loud noise is also a leading factor. Every exposure to loud noise, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through loud earbuds, accumulates over time, leading to permanent hearing loss. Preventable hearing loss isn’t confined […]
Tinnitus is an incredibly prevalent medical condition. Around 20 million people regularly cope with chronic tinnitus so intense that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more prevalent presentations of tinnitus which are a lot more mild and sporadic and are also easier to deal with. When you hear noises in your ears that don’t […]
Socializing with friends and family and communicating with co-workers can be negatively impacted by even slight hearing loss, and this also includes everyday tasks like shopping. However, the introduction of well-calibrated hearing aids can lead to transformative changes. Top ten reasons to get hearing aids While the chief benefit of hearing aids is obvious, improved […]
The underlying foundation of noise-related hearing loss might seem well-founded. After all, the name itself indicates a fairly direct cause-and-effect relationship. Our fundamental understanding is that irreversible hearing damage is caused by exposure to overly loud noise over a long period of time. And while that’s relevant, the mechanisms underpinning that cause haven’t always been […]
It can be really frustrating and uncomfortable when your ears are itching. While your instinct may tempt you to use your finger or a little object to scratch the itch, it is essential to know the underlying cause first. Identifying the safest and most effective way to deal with the itch depends on determining the […]
A miracle cure that can help lengthen your lifespan is something pretty much everybody would want. That’s why you can find a great number of these miracle cures all over the internet promising longevity if you carry out this one trick. The healthcare community doesn’t back the vast majority of these alleged cures as they […]
Most individuals aren’t proactive about their hearing health and probably haven’t had a hearing screening since grade school because it’s normally not part of a routine adult physical. Fortunately, a professional hearing specialist can uncover a wealth of information from a hearing examination which can be used to both diagnose any hearing loss and help […]
In our youth, food choices usually revolved around taste and immediate gratification, with little consideration for long-term health consequences. But as we become adults we begin to become aware of how what we eat can affect our health and overall well-being. One surprising way poor nutrition can have negative consequences, according to recent research, is […]