Different Types of Vertigo
Do you ever feel as if the room is spinning around you even when you’re perfectly still? This sensation, known as vertigo, can make you feel as if you’ve just gotten off an amusement park ride at Disneyland even if all you did was get up off your couch. Below we provide an overview of the…
You May Need Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is a progressive condition, meaning many of the 48 million Americans with a hearing impairment didn’t even realize they had one until it advanced beyond a stage that could be easily treated. Recognizing the early signs of hearing loss is key to getting the help you need when you need it. Below are…
How to Protect Your Ears from Unsafe Noises
While COVID-19 may have caused the Los Angeles Coliseum to close its doors, that doesn’t mean your ears are safe from loud noises. Hearing loss has been linked to depression, anxiety, social withdrawal and even cognitive decline, which is why it’s essential to protect your ears now. We provide an overview of how to prevent…
Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide to Treat Earwax?
We’ve all been warned against the dangers of removing earwax with Q-tips, and we’ve also seen the research showing that ear candling is dangerous and not effective at removing wax. This has caused many to turn to other methods of earwax removal, including rinsing out the ear canals with hydrogen peroxide, but is this practice…
Three Hearing Resolutions to Stick To
Most people’s New Year’s resolutions are related to living a healthier, happier life, like exercising more, losing weight, getting organized, learning a new skill, kicking a bad habit, reading more, etc. But one resolution that can make a big impact on your quality of life is practicing healthy hearing habits, and it may be easier…
When Does Your Child Need Ear Tubes?
Ear infections are extremely common in kids. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately five out of six children experience at least one ear infection by their third birthday. In fact, ear infections are the most common reason for parents to bring their child to the doctor. The reason…
Does Aging Cause Hearing Loss?
Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, is extremely common. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately one in three people between ages 65 and 74 experience some degree of hearing loss. For those age 75 and older, this number jumps to one in two. Why Is Hearing…
What Causes Pediatric Hearing Loss?
According to the World Health Organization, 60% of hearing loss cases in children under 15 years old are attributable to preventable causes. While this is not always the case, as about 3 in every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss, it is important to know what you can do to protect your child. Below…
Do You Have a “Clicky” Ear?
It’s not unusual to experience a clicking, popping or crackling sound in the ears, and it’s rarely a sign of anything serious. However, if it occurs frequently, these sounds can affect someone’s quality of life and their sleep. It could also indicate some sort of underlying issues. Below are some common causes of a “clicky”…
How Does Childhood Hearing Loss Affect Vocabulary?
Being able to hear is a crucial skill when it comes to speech and language, and in children, it has an even greater impact. A study funded by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program looked at how a child’s ability to hear impacted their ability to develop language…
