How Bad Is Untreated Hearing Loss for Your Brain?
Hearing loss is a progressive condition, meaning it often develops so slowly many are unaware they have it until it becomes difficult to treat. In addition, many people who exhibit symptoms tend to live in denial; this may be because they are unwilling to admit they need help or because they associate hearing aids with…
Bus & Truck Drivers Are at Risk for Hearing Loss
Background noise is everywhere, and when it’s especially loud or ongoing, it can cause irreversible damage to the ears. There are some professions where noise-induced hearing loss is somewhat expected, like in construction, military or air traffic, but some other jobs you may not expect also put hearing at risk. A recent study of bus…
Does Hearing Loss Trigger Alzheimer’s?
Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million people across the country. Research over the years has uncovered strong correlations between hearing loss and other health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, anxiety and even dementia. New research is showing exactly how hearing loss may contribute to the most common type of dementia: Alzheimer’s disease….
What You Should Do Before Buying Hearing Aids
The most common hearing loss treatment is hearing aids. Before purchasing these life-changing devices, there are six key things you’ll need to do. Have Your Hearing Tested The first order of business is to have your hearing tested. During a comprehensive evaluation, you’ll complete a series of diagnostic tests to measure different aspects of your…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that easily leaves one feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to meet your local audiologist to learn about life-changing options that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at Aaron’s Hearing Aid &…
How to Manage Your Tinnitus During COVID
Many are experiencing anxiety, financial insecurity, isolation and a huge disruption to their normal routine. While it is difficult to cope with tinnitus under normal circumstances, the global pandemic has made managing the ringing in the ear even more difficult. As we learn to adjust to the “new normal,” figuring out new ways to cope…
Are There Waterproof Hearing Aids?
Many Floridians spend a good portion of their time on the water. Because of that, having a hearing aid that is waterproof seems almost like a requirement. But there are not many on the market that are truly waterproof; most are only water-resistant. What does this mean for you? What Is Water-Resistant? Hearing aids are…
Is Hearing Loss a Symptom of COVID 19?
The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a public health emergency on January 30, 2020, and ever since then, doctors and researchers have been learning new symptoms and side effects of the virus. While only small studies have been conducted on the topic, researchers are now suspecting that hearing loss may be added to the list…
Hearing Aids: The Hidden Cost of Waiting
More than 48 million Americans live with hearing loss, but only about 20 percent choose to treat their condition. Many elect not to wear hearing aids because of the stigma associated with the devices or they simply believe they can get along fine without them. But experts agree that hearing aids can do more than…
Benefits of Rechargeable Hearing Aids
Most electronic devices now utilize rechargeable battery technology. Hearing aids have followed suit, with many of the most popular models offering a rechargeable option. For years, replacing batteries was just part of the process of owning a hearing aid. Not anymore. Below is a breakdown of five benefits of going rechargeable. Save Money Experts estimate…