Contemporary cell phones have become a lot clearer and more dependable nowadays. But sometimes, it will still be challenging to hear what the person on the other end is saying. As a matter of fact, there’s one group for whom phone conversations aren’t always a reliable experience: those who have hearing loss. There must be […]
Caring for your hearing aids likely feels easy enough. When you initially obtained your hearing aids, you probably got a set of care instructions, after all. The majority of hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step how-to when it comes to routine hearing aid maintenance. Still, getting all of that information at once means you […]
Is age a factor in the development of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common gradually developing condition that affects all adults. Actually, over 50% of those 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we age. Usually, there […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. And when it occurs frequnetly, it’s particularly vexing. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time over and over, and stressing about how tired you will be tomorrow. When these kinds of sleepless nights routinely happen, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. With insomnia, the drawbacks […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud noise are all common factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the connection between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as well known. Allow us to elaborate. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? As per the CDC, 9% or 37 million individuals in the […]
Lots of individuals really love winter! Well, if you have to go somewhere, it can definitely be a challenge. Or if you don’t have the proper gear (or proper infrastructure). But during those cold winter months, you can find lots of enjoyable things to do. Don’t believe it? Well, here are only a few examples […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everybody appreciates a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the ideal plumbing tutorial, go get the recommended tools, and go to work! A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes […]
The word “cheap” has dual meanings. For someone on a tight budget, it means “affordability”. Conversely, it implies low-quality, turning a seemingly economical purchase into a not-so-smart choice, epitomized by the adage “You get what you pay for”. Unfortunately, deciding if you’re getting a great value from whether you’re getting a really low-quality device can […]
Dealing with cancer is horrible. Patients have to go through a very hard time and some of the side effects of chemotherapy are frequently ignored. But for a large number of cancer survivors, there will be a life after cancer and that’s a pretty important thing to keep in mind. And you want that life […]
Knowing when you need some medical advice is usually rather easy. When you break your leg, for example, you know you should go to the doctor (or the emergency room, depending on the scenario). You may need a splint or a cast or supportive device, but the point is that you’re not likely to try […]
