How To Prepare for a Hearing Test When You’re Feeling Stressed
Feeling anxious about a hearing test is more common than you might think. The phrase “test anxiety” often brings back memories of school exams, and those old associations can make any kind of test feel stressful—even one meant to support your health. If the idea of a hearing test has you feeling tense, you’re not…
Can I Wear My Hearing Aids To Bed?
Hearing aids can benefit an estimated 28.8 million U.S. adults. Just a few of the benefits they offer include easier communication, decreased listening fatigue, stronger relationships and better background awareness. When you get your first pair of hearing aids, you may be so excited about them that you want to wear them all the time,…
How To Help Your Partner on Their Hearing Loss Journey
Getting hearing aids can be an exciting journey, but you and your partner share the experience. Valentine’s Day is a good reminder that support from a loved one can make all the difference. If your partner has hearing loss, you might feel unsure about how to help, but your presence and encouragement matter more than…
Lifestyle Habits To Preserve Hearing as You Age
Hearing loss affects approximately 15% of U.S. adults, and your likelihood of developing it only gets higher as you age. While you can’t stop the flow of time, safeguarding against preventable causes of hearing loss will minimize your risk of unnecessary damage. Let’s look at four essential lifestyle habits to employ for safe hearing care…
How Hearing Declines Over Time
Hearing loss doesn’t always happen after a sudden, loud bang. Often, it’s a slow process that unfolds over decades. By the time symptoms are obvious, hearing loss may already be affecting your daily communication. Understanding how and why hearing changes with age can make it easier to take action and protect your hearing health. The…
How Holiday Gatherings Improve When You Can Follow the Conversation
Holiday events rarely stay quiet. The room fills with voices, chairs scrape across the floor, dishes stack up in the sink and music hums through the speakers in Heinie’s Market. If you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults living with hearing loss, these holiday environments can turn fun moments into constant problem-solving. Instead of enjoying…
How Hearing Loss May Influence Your Risk of Falling
Your hearing brings the sweet melody of your favorite song, the voice of a loved one, the slight crunch of dry leaves on the ground and so much more. One additional thing your ears help you do that you may not know about is balance. When you develop hearing loss, you might notice a slight…
How Noise Pollution Affects Your Hearing
Most people know that aging and extremely loud music can damage their hearing, but fewer think about the impact of everyday noise pollution. Noise pollution is any unwanted sound in your environment that can harm hearing. Let’s take a look at how loud noise can damage your hearing and a few common causes of daily…
Navigating Public Transportation With Hearing Loss
Taking the bus is a great way to get around Arvada, which is both environmentally and budget-friendly. If you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults with hearing loss, you might worry about how your difficulty hearing will interfere with safe and smooth travel. Let’s take a look at five essential tips to help you travel…
Is Hearing Loss Genetic?
Hearing loss is a widespread concern, and many individuals wonder about its origins within families. In fact, a significant number of hearing loss cases are linked to genetics. Gaining insight into the genetic factors involved can empower you to make informed decisions about your hearing health and access the appropriate support when needed. How Genetics…