What better time than the summer to take advantage of all the activities you like best? Camping, swimming, cooking out, going to the beach, and taking long walks in the evening are some of the best aspects of an active lifestyle to promote your overall health, inside and out. You might think that these activities…
In just over 30 years, we will see a 93% increase in people around the world who have a disabling hearing loss. And many are putting the blame squarely on our use of earphones on public transport. We are using audio devices more on planes and public transport at an unprecedented rate. Since these are…
There are approximately 48 million people in the United States who are affected by hearing loss. About one in three of these people are between the ages of 65 and 74 years old. Hearing loss can have many effects on people’s physical and emotional well-being. It has been linked to increased risks of falls and…
The history of hearing loss includes brutal and violent stories that date back to ancient times in the cradle of civilization. It can also include incredible stories of the inventive ways that people have learned how to communicate with one another. Knowing the brief history of hearing loss will inspire you to think differently about…
As we continue to celebrate Better Speech and Hearing Month’s theme, “Communication for All,” it is important to address the negative consequences of leaving hearing loss untreated. It is estimated that people wait an average of seven years from the time they first experience changes in their hearing abilities to the time they decide to…
Hearing loss is a serious health issue, and it can affect how we live work and play. When left untreated hearing loss deteriorates earning power and quality of life and has repercussions for our cognitive and physical health. Despite this, when people get a diagnosis of hearing loss, few realize how much a hearing impairment…
