Communicating with a loved one who has a hearing loss can be a source of frustration, especially in noisy environments or when they are not using hearing aids. Individuals with a hearing loss may struggle with soft sounds, speech, and discerning between different...
The CDC indicates that over 50 million Americans experience tinnitus in some form. Moreover, approximately 20 million people experience chronic cases, while two million experience extreme cases. Indeed, tinnitus can interfere with everyday life if it's not managed...
Are you concerned about the noise levels in your job and wondering if it is causing long-term damage to your hearing? It could be, and one way to check is to use an app that tells you the decibel (dB) level in your environment. We'll take a look at the professions...
A vitamin B12 deficiency is more prevalent in people who reach 60 years old and above. Have you been hearing a ringing in your ear? It could be a sign that you're lacking the nutrient. Vitamin B12 is found in the foods you eat. Normally, the protein is absorbed in the...
Roughly one-third of senior citizens suffer from moderate hearing loss. With more people choosing to attend live concerts without ear protection and with more emphasis on volume than clarity, the number of people affected by sound will likely increase. However,...