Ten years, thousands of hours, and a tiny but powerful chip: Learn about the latest in hearing aid technology Finding the right hearing aids can be a bit of a Goldilocks process. With all the options out there, how do you know which one is “just right” for you? The good news, according to Lisa Battani, AuD, CCC-A, is that … Read More
5 Questions and Answers About Audiologists
An audiologist is a doctoral-level professional who can diagnose and treat hearing loss, as well as recommend and fit prescription hearing aids. These highly skilled professionals can significantly impact your success in wearing hearing aids. If you notice you’re having problems hearing, it may be time to have a diagnostic hearing evaluation. But who can you turn to perform this … Read More
How Hearing Loss Affects Income
Hearing loss has been consistently associated with lower levels of employment and income, but hearing aids can help. In fact, hearing aids can reduce the risk of income loss by 90 to 100% for those with milder hearing loss. Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions in the United States. In fact, because of an aging population, … Read More
How to Get the Most from Your Visit with the Audiologist
A visit to any healthcare provider can sometimes be overwhelming. But if you’re better prepared, you’ll likely get more information from your provider and have a better experience. That’s especially true when your visit is with your audiologist. These tips can help you get the most from your next appointment. If you have an appointment scheduled with your audiologist, it’s … Read More
12 Key Questions to Ask When Shopping for Hearing Aids
If you’re in the market for hearing aids, you’ve probably discovered that there are a number of options for you choose from, whether you’re looking at prescription hearing aids or over-the-counter devices. Because this can be a significant purchase related to your health and well-being, it’s important to have your hearing evaluated by a professional, and take their recommendations seriously. … Read More
Is Your Hearing Quietly Slipping Away?
It’s almost spring. You used to love the sound of the robins singing, the wind gently whistling through the trees, and the crunch of the gravel under your feet during a walk. But gradually, those sounds have slipped away from you—not all at once. It’s been a barely perceptible change. But when someone recently commented on the birds singing, you … Read More
Bill Would Improve Access to Medicare Audiology Services
The American Academy of Audiology (AAA), Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) have endorsed the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act of 2023, bipartisan legislation introduced recently that would provide seniors with more timely and robust access to services provided by audiologists. The bill is an updated version of similar legislation introduced in previous Congresses that … Read More
Audiology Awareness Month
If you’ve noticed you’re having difficulty hearing lately, you may be looking for someone who can help you understand what’s going on with your hearing, why you’re having problems, and if there’s help available. The good news is there are many types of professionals who care for people with problems related to their ears and hearing. But an audiologist is … Read More
Don’t Wait Until End of Year to Get Hearing Checked
Schedule Your Year-End Hearing Evaluation Today The clock is ticking down on 2023, and though there are still a few weeks left on the calendar, if you’re considering having your hearing checked and possibly buying prescription hearing aids soon, you should schedule that appointment now. Why? Because typically, end-of-the-year appointments are hard to come by. Many individuals wait until the … Read More
What Goes into Good Balance?
Understanding the Science of Balance Most of us don’t have a problem with our balance. We roll over in bed, get up in the middle of the night and can easily walk to the bathroom without giving it a second thought. But what if that simple task wasn’t so simple? What if getting out of bed caused you to become … Read More
