Ever wonder what is actually inside a hearing aid? Take a closer look at all the amazing technology packed into the tiny hearing instruments! It's more than you'd imagine!
As human-enhancing technology becomes tinier and more advanced, the price of progress is complexity.
Many factors influence the cost of a hearing aid. There’s no getting around the fact that investing in better hearing can be expensive.
The AARP Hearing Center provides useful advice and lifestyle options for those who are hard of hearing, struggle with tinnitus or suffer from hearing loss.
Hearing loss is a natural part of the aging process. But, noise-induced hearing loss is on the rise, leading to May [...]
Hearing aids — Find out how to choose the right hearing aid.
Attentive readers of TalkingNutrition will remember our post from late last year on antioxidant vitamins and hearing loss. That study showed that intakes of vitamins C, E and beta-carotene was associated with better hearing in a US population. Another group of researchers lead by Choi has recently performed a similar analysis of a different population: a representative sample of older Korean adults. Read on to find out whether the same trends were seen.
Growing up hard of hearing was not a comfortable experience for me. I spent years hiding my hearing aids, then one day that changed.
Sight is obviously the sense we rely on most when it comes to driving, but hearing also plays a very important role.
Dementia is not just about memory loss. It affects many different brain functions, including significant changes to the senses. Knowing how dementia affects ...
What causes hearing loss? One of the major causes of hearing loss is ageing. Another common cause of hearing loss is exposure to noise.
“Do you mind if I switch seats with you? I have a hearing loss and it would help if I had a better view of the speaker,” I asked a well-dressed man at a recent lunch meeting. “What?” he replied wit…
Hearing loss can be frustrating, even frightening for the person with hearing problems and those close to them. Learn more about this common health problem.
Hearing Loss: Myths & Facts - Safety Training Video - Causes & Prevention There are many myths about hearing loss. How many do you believe? Never miss a new ...
Many of us are resigned to the idea that with aging comes hearing loss. It’s unavoidable, but not much more than an annoyance, right? Especially when com...
A comprehensive resource, with advice on shopping for hearing aids
Besides the obvious problems associated with hearing loss, your elderly loved one is at risk of other problems when his or her hearing begins to fail. If you're aware of the potential trouble that could pop up, you're more likely to be better prepared to help the individual deal with the situation.
Lifelong hearing health starts with you. Read about some easy steps you can take at work and at play to preserve your hearing.
Millions of Americans suffer hearing loss, but too few of us do anything about it. That has to change.