How Hearing Tests Detect Problems Before They Become Serious
Hearing tests detect hearing loss, but of course, you know that. What may be more surprising is that hearing tests can sometimes offer insights into your overall health. Our bodies are complex, and our organs and systems work together in unexpected ways. The Complexity of Health Your auditory system is made up of your ears,…
How to Prepare for Your Next Hearing Appointment
One of our recent blog posts outlined why regular hearing appointments are critical for your health and why you need to stay on top of scheduling them. Therefore, we hope you have a hearing appointment scheduled to update your audiogram and check in with your audiologist. If you do, that’s wonderful! Here are some ways…
Resolve to Protect Your Hearing 2026
Many common New Year’s Resolutions feature your health: exercise more, eat healthier, lose weight, quit smoking. One overlooked aspect of your health that might benefit from some intentionality in 2026 is your hearing health. The Prevalence of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), as the name implies, is damage to one’s hearing that occurs…
Reconnecting Through Conversation: End-of-Year Communication Goals
As the year winds down and we gather with family and loved ones for holidays and New Year’s, let’s reflect on communication. Humans are social creatures, and communication is our primary way of connecting to one another. We’ve compiled some communication goals and strategies to carry into those holiday parties and into next year. Cheers…
Hearing Loss and Valentine’s Day: How To Plan a Communication-Friendly Night
Valentine’s Day offers the perfect excuse to go out for a romantic dinner, run to Jennie’s Flowers for a new bouquet and buy a towering mountain of chocolate. Unfortunately, if you or your partner has hearing loss, you may worry about how communication difficulty will affect the otherwise romantic evening you’ve planned. Let’s take a…
Enjoying Holiday Parties With Hearing Loss: Tips for Staying Connected and Protecting Your Ears
Approximately 15% of U.S. adults have hearing loss. If you’re among those with hearing loss, you know that holiday parties, with their music and overlapping conversations, can pose unique challenges. Let’s explore some tips to make holiday gatherings more enjoyable and ways to protect your hearing in the long run. Communication Strategies for Noisy Environments…
Protect Your Ears From Halloween Noise: Tips for Safe Listening
With Halloween just around the corner, you’re probably putting the final touches on your costume, planning parties or finding the perfect carving pumpkin from The Seminole Heights Great Pumpkin Patch. Amidst all your spooky fun, take some time to read a few of our safety tips for an enjoyable Halloween without hearing damage. 1….
New Research in Genomes Shows Promise in Restoring Auditory Function
According to the World Health Organization, by the year 2050, an estimated 1.5 billion people will experience some degree of hearing loss. A large portion of this is caused by damage to the tiny hair cells in the inner ear, which play a critical role in transmitting sound signals to the brain. When these cells…
What to Know About Online Hearing Tests
If you’ve noticed changes in your hearing or are simply curious about your hearing health, you might consider a traditional hearing test. However, many audiologists offer an online hearing test for you to better understand your hearing from the comfort of your home. Here’s what to expect, along with why you should consider it. How…
Can Living in a City Affect Your Auditory Health?
Living in a vibrant city can be exciting with its endless entertainment options and diverse opportunities. But have you ever thought about how urban living might affect your hearing health? City life brings a variety of loud noises, from blaring car horns to constant construction activity. Over time, these sounds can cumulatively impact your auditory…