In this article, we’re going to talk about untreated hearing loss. We usually think of hearing loss as a condition mostly affecting aging adults. The National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) reports that approximately one-third of...
How the ears operate is a miracle of design, and their role in keeping us connected and informed about the world around us is admirable. However, diminished hearing capacity causes frustration and becomes burdensome. Conductive hearing loss is one way that our...
People are often amazed when I explain how widespread an issue hearing loss is in the United States. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control report hearing loss is the nation’s third most common chronic physical health problem. Since I’m an audiologist,...
What happens during a basic hearing test? Part of understanding your hearing test is being aware of what to expect during a basic hearing evaluation. Firstly, you will be seated in a soundproof booth, and single-use foam earphones will be inserted into your ear...
Online hearing devices are relatively new to the audiology world. With the internet providing manufacturers an avenue to sell their products, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. Professional marketing companies are very good at their jobs and so it may seem like a...
Google recently announced a new feature for Android smartphones called Sound Notifications. The Sound Notifications on Android is the latest of the several advancements technology companies have introduced to help people with hearing loss. First, I applaud Google and...
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