A recent article from the Hearing Journal addresses the issue of baby boomers staying longer in the workforce. It is estimated that by 2016 the the percentage of workers aged 65-74 will increase by 83.4%. Untreated hearing loss at work can lead to many communication...
Many people feel that when they are ill, their hearing is affected. Most people experience this as a congested sensation, a perception that sounds are muffled, or a general dullness to sounds. Congestion associated with colds and flus can create a temporary hearing loss due...
As a family member or friend of an individual with hearing loss it is important to realize the importance of optimal communication. When encountering someone with a hearing impairment it is essential to offer them courtesies such as those offered to people with other disabilities....
Many individuals have taken notice of a friend or family member that appears to have difficulty hearing at times. This can be a very difficult situation to confront. In many cases of hearing loss, the individual experiencing hearing difficulty may not be aware of or...
Hearing loss and dementia is a hot topic in the field of audiology. Dementia can be devastating to both individuals and families. Some risk factors for dementia include low social interactions and activities, sedentary lifestyle, diabetes and hypertension. Research has now identified a possible connection...
Check out this article about US Olympic Diver who has Hearing Loss, a true inspiration! http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/olympics-fourth-place-medal/exclusive-hearing-loss-won-t-hold-back-u-155629811--oly.html ...
Noise induced hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide. Most often noise exposure goes unnoticed for many years as noise induced hearing loss occurs slowly. By the time hearing loss is noticed significant irreversible damage has often already occurred. Noise awareness and the use of...
As we age there a lot of changes in both the ear and in the brain that can impact the way we hear. The auditory system is made up of the outer ear, the middle ear, the inner ear and the brain. Age-related changes can...
Hearing loss is not merely for seniors or those with noise exposure but is also associated with other medical conditions. There is emerging evidence for the association between hearing loss and both diabetes and poor cardiovascular health. The prevention of hearing loss is yet another...
Hearing loss, like any other health related issue, should not be ignored. Many people simply don’t remember to include a hearing evaluation as part of their regular health check-ups. Research has shown that many of the negative effects of hearing loss, including depression, anxiety and...