Helping Your Loved Ones Understand Your Hearing Needs
When you have difficulty doing something, whether it’s learning a new skill or, in the case of hearing loss, practicing an old one, it can be hard to figure out how to explain what you need to others. Though you may know that you didn’t hear your spouse or friend during a coffee date at…
Three Simple Ways To Celebrate Audiology Awareness Month
October is Audiology Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about something many people don’t think about until they notice a problem: their hearing. Hearing allows us to communicate with family and friends, enjoy music and stay connected to our surroundings, from the scurrying of your pets to the chirping of birds in…
Conversation Strategies for People With Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can make everyday conversations more challenging; fortunately, there are strategies you can use to make speech easier to follow. Here are five listening techniques to try if you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults with hearing loss.[1] Give the Conversation Your Full Attention Dividing your attention between the conversation at hand and your…
Troubleshooting Common Hearing Aid Issues at Home
When something breaks or stops working as it should, whether it’s your car, bike, laptop or hearing aids, you need to decide whether it’s something you can fix at home or something a professional should handle. When it comes to hearing aids, there are a few issues you can easily troubleshoot at home. Let’s look…
Daily Hearing Aid Care To Improve the Lifespan of Your Devices
An estimated 28.8 million U.S. adults[1] could benefit from hearing aids. Your hearing aids collect and amplify speech and important background sounds to keep you connected to the people and world around you. Proper care is the best way to ensure you get the greatest benefit from your devices for as long as possible. Let’s…
How To Keep Your Hearing Aids Comfortable on Hot Days
When the temperature starts creeping up in Manasses, you might pull out a few fans, turn your AC on and swap your long-sleeved shirts for t-shirts to stay comfortable. Just as you adjust your routine and wardrobe for warmer weather, it’s important to make a few changes to keep your hearing aids comfortable and performing…
How To Keep Hearing Aids Safe on Pool Days
Taking a dip in the Overlee Community Association Pool is a great way to escape the Virginia heat. If you wear hearing aids, you need to consider how to keep them safe before heading out for your pool day. The Importance of Pool Safety With Hearing Aids There are two central dangers for hearing aids…
How To Stay Active With Hearing Aids
Getting regular physical activity is crucial to your overall health. The CDC recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise and 2 days of muscle-strengthening activity per week.[1] One way you can enjoy every minute of that physical activity a little more is by wearing your hearing aids. Let’s examine why it’s…
How Does Hearing Loss Impact Mental Health?
Hearing loss affects more than one in 10 people in the United States.[1] The condition can make it challenging to bond with your peers, causing you to spend less time engaging socially and increasing your risk of mental health issues. What Mental Health Conditions Are Linked to Hearing Loss? Several studies have linked hearing loss…
How You Can Celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month This May
May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month—a month to raise awareness about communication disorders and their treatment options. If you or a family member were recently diagnosed with hearing loss, this celebration offers a perfect opportunity to explore the ins and outs of the condition and the benefits of treatment. Understanding Hearing Loss Hearing loss affects more…