Study Finds COVID-19 Can Directly Affect Inner Ear
As we see rates of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths drop, life is beginning to return to normal. But while you may be able to now attend a concert at Regent Theater, many people who have been infected with the novel coronavirus are still affected. New research shows that some are even experiencing inner ear…
Tips for Dealing with Hearing Loss at Work
Whether your hearing loss is mild or profound, it can have an impact on your ability to function in the workplace. In this post, we review strategies that can set you up for success. 1. Choose a Front-Row Seat at Meetings Staff meetings are notoriously challenging for employees with hearing loss, as there are usually…
Questions You Should Ask Your Audiologist to Better Understand Your Hearing Loss
If you’ve recognized the signs of hearing loss and scheduled an appointment with an audiologist for a hearing test, you probably have a lot of questions about what a hearing loss diagnosis could mean for you. To help you prepare for this important appointment, we’ve compiled a list of questions you should ask you audiologist…
Tips for Traveling with Tinnitus
Do you experience the ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or humming sounds in your ears known as tinnitus? Even if your tinnitus is well-managed, you may experience a spike in symptoms while traveling. This is because traveling is often a stressful experience. If you’re worried about experiencing tinnitus spikes on your next family vacation, we’ve…
How Does Hearing Loss Impact Cognitive Decline?
Hearing loss not only makes it more difficult to understand sound and speech, but it can also negatively impact your health in a variety of ways, including: Increased feelings of anger, anxiety and depression Problems with balance Increased risk of injury due to falls Hearing loss has also been linked to an increased risk of…
Everything You Need to Know About Viral Causes of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can have a variety of different causes. Some of these include: Aging Injury Excessive noise exposure Certain medications Meningitis Certain genetic conditions Another cause of hearing loss you might not know about is viral illnesses that affect the cochlea, blood vessels in the ear or other parts of the body that play an…
How and Why to Protect Your Ears When Flying
Millions of Americans will be traveling in the next few weeks as they prepare to celebrate the holidays with loved ones, and many of those will be going by plane. While potential travelers might worry about what to pack or what time to arrive at LAX, they probably don’t spend much time worrying about protecting…
How Genetics Can Play a Role in Hearing Loss
Genetics plays a role in so many aspects of your life. From the color of your eyes to your ability to roll your tongue. They also play a role in many health conditions, including hearing loss. Let’s examine some of the ways genetics can affect your hearing and look at a few genetic disorders that…
4 Common Ear, Nose & Throat Complaints
There are a lot of reasons to visit an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist, also known as an otolaryngologist. Below we review four of the most common ones, including their symptoms and treatments. Ear Infections Ear infections occur when fluid becomes trapped in the middle ear and creates a breeding ground for bacteria. This…
Trouble Processing Sounds Associated with Decline in Other Cognitive Functions
Do you like attending classes at Makers Mess with your friends to learn new skills? It may be easy for you to follow along now, but if you’re developing hearing loss, it could make it difficult in the future. This is especially true because recent research has linked a certain type of hearing loss with…
