Hearing Aids Can Lower Risk of Depression, Dementia & Falls
Living with untreated hearing loss can be very isolating. Research shows that treating your hearing loss with hearing aids can improve more than just your ability to hear; it can help lower your risk of developing depression and dementia, and it can also decrease your risk of falling. How Hearing Aids Can Help The research,…
How to Pick the Best Hearing Aid
Determining you have hearing loss is only half the battle. Once you have a diagnosis, your audiologist will work with you to put together a unique treatment plan. For most, this will include the use of hearing aids. Below is a breakdown of what these devices are and how to choose the best one for…
Are Truckers at Risk of Developing Sleep Apnea?
Truckers are an essential part of our economy, and they are largely the reason for you getting that toaster you ordered online to your doorstep in as little as two days. In addition to working crazy hours and traveling up and down Interstate 5, they are also putting their health at risk. According to a…
Resolve to Sleep Better
With the new year comes a laundry list of resolutions made with the best intention of turning you into better version of yourself. Even if some of these goals have already fallen to the wayside, there is one you should try hard to keep, as it can affect every aspect of your life – improving…
Holiday Allergy Triggers
While you may associate allergies with springtime, there are many people whose allergies flare up around the holiday season. There are several factors that contribute to this. As Asriani Chiu, M.D., explains, “You’re in a closed-up house, the heater is on, the window’s shut – that’s why indoor allergies get worse in the winter.” Fortunately, you don’t…
Are Nosebleeds Worth a Trip to the Doctor?
Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, are common, affecting roughly 60% of Americans at least once in their lifetime. While most are not cause for alarm, about one in ten are serious enough to require medical attention. Being familiar with the signs can help you make an informed decision about whether the nosebleed can be easily…
Are Your Sinuses Causing that Headache?
Eye issues such as dryness or itchiness are uncomfortable, but pain behind the eyes is often debilitating. This feeling can be caused by a variety of reasons, including sinus infections. Understanding the source of the headache behind your eyes is key to finding relief. Sinus Infections Sinusitis causes a buildup of pressure within the nasal…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
What Is a Mold Allergy?
An environmental allergy occurs when your immune system reacts to an otherwise harmless substance and produces histamine in order to fight the substance off. Histamine can make you cough, cause your eyes to itch and make your throat scratchy. While many experiences these symptoms during certain seasons, an allergy to mold can be year-round. What…
Why You Should Choose Custom Hearing Protection
While earplugs are all designed with the same goal—to protect your ear from harmful noises—they are not created equal. Disposable one-size-fits-all earplugs have their place, but they pale in comparison to the level of comfort and protection achieved with custom earplugs. Below we explain why you should choose custom earplugs when looking to protect your…