Why You Should Treat Your Hearing Loss This Year
Hearing loss is common. In fact, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing,” reports the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. But despite its prevalence, only 20% of people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wears them, according to the Hearing Loss Association of…
Make the Most of Holiday Gatherings With Hearing Aids
Not sure about you, but we can’t believe it’s already December! For many of us, this means a month of office parties, family get-togethers and festive nights out at Huber’s Café. While the holiday seasons bring about a lot of joy, they can also cause a fair amount of stress. This is especially true if…
Common Excuses for Not Seeking Treatment for Hearing Loss, and Why You Should
If you’ve noticed trouble hearing, whether at work or out with friends at Backyard Social, but have been avoiding getting it checked out, you aren’t alone. Millions of Americans currently have hearing loss yet are hesitant to seek treatment for their condition. While there are a variety of excuses people come up with to not…
What to Know About Hearing Aid Battery Safety
Hearing aid batteries can provide you with days or weeks of good hearing. But knowing how to handle them is key to the safety of you, your pets and young visitors in your home. Below we review what you should know about hearing aid battery safety. Battery Ingredients If your hearing aids take disposable button…
Hearing Aids Can Help Increase Social Activity
One of the biggest negative effects of hearing loss is that it makes it harder to communicate with others. Social relationships keep us happy, healthy and connected to the world around us. When we start to lose that, it can take a toll on our mental and physical health. Thankfully, the right pair of hearing…
Unusual Side Effects of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can make it harder to listen to your favorite music or enjoy a conversation with your spouse when you’re out to dinner at Nostrana. However, there are other side effects of hearing loss that may surprise you. Four Surprising Issues Linked To Hearing Loss Anxiety and depression: Untreated hearing loss can have a…
Is a Senior in Your Life Experiencing Age-related Hearing Loss?
Aging is one of the leading causes of hearing loss. Research indicates that one in three adults over the age of 65 has some degree of hearing loss. Why Does Age Increase Hearing Loss Risk? Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, occurs because we are more likely to experience changes to the inner ear…
Tips for Traveling with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can pose some unique challenges when traveling. Whether you’re taking a road trip across the country or flying out of Portland International Airport, keep these tips in mind when traveling this summer and beyond. Bring Your Hearing Aids and Accessories If you use hearing aids, don’t forget to bring them and any necessary…
How to Know When it’s Time to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids
Like all technology, hearing aids sometimes need to be upgraded or replaced. This can be due to a problem with the device itself or because you’ve experienced changes and need something that better suits your current needs. Your Hearing Needs Have Changed Hearing loss can change and worsen over time, even with the use of…
Correcting Hearing Aid Myths
Hearing loss is common, affecting approximately 48 million people across the U.S. But despite this, only about one in five people who could benefit from hearing aids actually wears them, and those who do wait an average of nine years from the time they first start showing symptoms. The reason for this is there are…
