Celebrate World Hearing Day: Ear and Hearing Care for All!
Did you know that March 3rd is World Hearing Day? The global campaign is organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and focuses on raising awareness about hearing loss and hearing healthcare. This year’s theme is Ear and Hearing Care for All which highlights the importance of accessing the wide range of hearing healthcare services, resources, and solutions that…
How High Blood Pressure Affects Your Hearing
High blood pressure is a common health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. But did you know that it can also impact your hearing health? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can damage your blood vessels, leading to a range of health problems, including hearing loss. In this blog, we’ll explore the link…
How to Prevent Hearing Loss
Imagine a world without the sound of laughter, music, or the voices of loved ones. Our sense of hearing allows us to connect with the world around us, but unfortunately, it is often taken for granted. Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, and its impact on our daily lives can be significant. However, the…
Hey, Sun Lovers! Save Your Hearing While Soaking Up The Rays
Ah, the sweet call of summer! It’s that time of year again when the irresistible lure of sparkling seas and shimmering sands call out to us, begging us to leave our worries behind and dive headfirst into the warm embrace of the great outdoors. But before you answer that call and hit the waves, we’re…
How to Enjoy Live Music Safely This Summer: A Guide to Protecting Your Hearing
Summers are here, and so is the time for live music festivals. However, amidst the enjoyment, we often forget one crucial aspect – our hearing. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. As experts in hearing care, we understand how vital your auditory senses are. We want to ensure you’re equipped with the knowledge and…
Enhancing Relationships through Effective Hearing Loss Treatment
Hearing is an integral part of human communication, and when it starts to fade, it can significantly impact our relationships with loved ones, friends, and colleagues. As a leading audiologist, I understand the profound importance of addressing hearing loss not only for the individual’s well-being but also for the enrichment of various relationships. In this…
Advancements in Treating Age-Related Hearing Loss: A Comprehensive Guide
Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world as they grow older. The gradual deterioration of hearing can significantly impact one’s quality of life, communication, and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the latest advancements in preventing, diagnosing, and managing age-related hearing…
What is Mixed Hearing Loss?
Mixed hearing loss has elements of both conductive hearing loss and sensorineural hearing loss; trouble hearing in both the middle or outer ear – known as conductive hearing loss – and the inner ear – known as sensorineural hearing loss. The outer ear cannot conduct sound properly to the inner ear, and the inner ear…
What is Conductive Hearing Loss?
Conductive hearing loss can be caused by ear infections, colds, allergies, impacted earwax, foreign objects in the ear canal, perforated eardrum, poor Eustachian tube function and malformation of the outer ear or middle ear, including the ear canal.
What is Presbycusis?
The most common type of hearing loss is presbycusis, or age-related hearing loss. Diminished hearing is a common side effect of aging, usually coming on gradually and affecting high-pitched sounds most frequently. It occurs as a result of natural changes in the inner ear of an individual over time due to a variety of reasons…