Winter in the Midwest is here, and while it’s tough to predict whether this winter will be colder or snowier than usual, one thing is for sure—at some point temperatures will likely drop and it will be slick outside. Though that’s just a fact of life for most of us, for older adults or those who suffer from dizziness and … Read More
Bluetooth Technology and Streaming for Hearing Aids
Bluetooth technology has become such an integral part of our daily lives that we take it for granted. Today, many electronic devices are Bluetooth-enabled, like cell phones, computers, headphones, speakers, keyboards, printers, computer mice and even new vehicles. Because Bluetooth has become so common, many people think their hearing aids are equipped with it, too. Newer hearing devices usually are, … Read More
Over The Counter Hearing Aids: Everything You Need to Know
Based on a news release from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration dated Oct. 21, 2021, the agency is proposing a rule to establish a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. The proposed rule implements a key provision of the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act, as enacted in the FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017. When finalized, the rule would allow … Read More
New Research Finds Hearing Loss Tied to Sedentary Lifestyle
The research is clear that an active lifestyle, especially as you age, is important to preventing heart disease, managing your weight and offers many other health advantages, both physical and mental. Now, new research is showing another benefit to staying on the move—active older adults may be less likely to experience hearing loss. Three studies supported by the National Institute … Read More
Debunk the Gunk! How Earwax Can Literally Plug Your Ears Up
If you’re like millions of Baby Boomers, you grew up with this staple on the bathroom counter—cotton swabs. Parents used them to clean your ears as an infant, and as you grew older, taught you that’s the best way to keep your ears clean, too. But is it? Cotton swabs may not be just what the doctor ordered. The first … Read More
Sudden Hearing Loss Not Related to COVID Vaccine
The news is filled with reports of side effects related to the COVID-19 vaccine—everything from the standard side effects you might expect, like a sore arm or fatigue—to rumors that it can make your body magnetic (it can’t by the way). One of the side effects may be related to sudden onset hearing loss/tinnitus, which was reported as the vaccine … Read More
How Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Can Help Pay for Hearing Aids
Though many people don’t have an insurance plan that covers the cost of hearing aids, there are other options that you may not be aware of that are available to you and may help with the expense. One of the most important is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). You can use this plan to save and pay for copayments, deductibles, … Read More
5 Types of Hearing Aids: Addressing Hearing Loss In Style!
To the public, it probably seems that all hearing aids are created equal, but that’s definitely not the case. There are several major hearing aid manufacturers who produce devices with unique qualities to meet specific patient needs. In addition, based on the individual’s hearing loss, there are different hearing aid styles & types that work better in specific situations. And, … Read More
5 Common Hearing Loss Myths
It seems that hearing loss would be a straightforward topic, but it turns out there are a lot of myths and misinformation surrounding it. Let’s address a few here based on answers from the Better Hearing Institute at betterhearing.org. Myth: Hearing loss affects only older adults. FALSE: Hearing loss does not discriminate. About two-thirds of all hearing loss is in people … Read More
Who Has Tinnitus?
With more than 45 million Americans struggling with tinnitus, it’s one of the most common health conditions in the United States, according to the American Tinnitus Association (ATA). In fact, when the U.S. Centers for Disease Control conducted its last National Health and Nutritional Examinations Survey, the CDC included several questions on tinnitus to determine the full scope and severity … Read More
