Hazel’s Story
Our Director of Development, Audrey Salzburg, sat down with 89-year-old grateful patient Hazel McNutt to discuss her relationship to the House Institute Foundation for our “Share Your Story” program. “Dr. Luxford Saved My Life.” These were the words I heard from Hazel McNutt, the first patient I had the honor of speaking with when I…
How Helpful Are Hearing Aid Apps?
In today’s world, doorbells, refrigerators, TVs and security systems can all be controlled with smartphone apps, so it should be no surprise that your hearing aids can be, too. Below we’ve laid out what types of hearing aid apps are available and what features we find most helpful for our patients. Available Hearing Apps There…
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…
Our Team Behind the Scenes: Shanel Hill
Tell us about what you do and how long you have worked at the House Institute Foundation. I am a Clinical Research Coordinator. I am responsible for all research activities from the start, including writing the study protocol, facilitating its submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and other regulatory paperwork to ensure everyone follows…
Make the Resolution to Improve Your Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
The New Year is the perfect time to get a fresh start and set new health and fitness goals. Living a healthy life may be more attainable than you think. With a few simple tweaks to your lifestyle, you can better manage your allergy and asthma symptoms. Follow our tips below. Start Exercising Most New…
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…
8 Family Friendly Games for All Hearing Abilities
Stay interactive with family and friends this holiday season by playing games that are accessible to all. Whether it is an old favorite or new to you, here are some suggestions to get creative and add a hint of adventure and friendly competition at home. Charades – This classic party game requires you to mime the word you…
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…
Our Current Research Efforts
• Improving the accuracy of acoustic tumor tissue dissection and the preservation of essential structures • Increasing sound perception for cochlear implant users • Assessing symptoms of neurofibromatosis type 2, including quality of life and hand function • Genetic and molecular analysis of neurofibromatosis type 2 tumors • Improving medical management of patients with vestibular…
