How Does Hypertension Affect Hearing Loss?
Comorbidity is the simultaneous presence of two or more diseases or illnesses in one person. Comorbidity does not always equal causation but may help to explain why two conditions often present together. Hearing loss has many comorbidities, but one common example is hypertension or high blood pressure. What Is Hypertension? A patient is considered hypertensive…
Daily Tips to Get the Most from Your Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is a common chronic condition affecting millions of Americans. According to research, one in eight people aged 12 or older has hearing loss in both ears. This tells us that numerous people would benefit from hearing aids. Getting the Most Out of Your Hearing Aids To get the most out of your hearing…
Tips for Train Travel With Hearing Aids
Train travel can be a great way to get to your destination while seeing the country. Whether you’re going from King Street Station to Woodinville or riding off on a seven-day cross-country trip, knowing how to accommodate for your hearing loss and keep your hearing aids safe and sound can help you enjoy your ride…
Understanding the Different Types of Hearing Aids
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. If you’ve decided to begin your hearing treatment journey, you’ll likely have questions about choosing the right device. We’ve broken down the different types of hearing aid styles and features below to help provide guidance as you make your choice. Hearing Aid…
Tips For Caring for Your Hearing Aids This Summer
Did you know that approximately 15% of American adults report some trouble with their hearing? If you are one of the millions of people who treat your hearing loss with hearing aids, one of the most important things to know is how to take care of your device to ensure the best listening experience. Summer…
If You Use Hearing Aids, Here’s What To Know About Hearing Loops
An important part of treating your hearing loss is considering what kind of hearing aid features are right for you. If you’re concerned about being able to hear well in public venues like your local place of worship or when navigating your way through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, you should talk to your audiologist about how…
Tips For Protecting Your Ears While Wearing Hearing Aids
If you’re one of the 7.1% of adults 45 and older who wear hearing aids, you know just how much they can do for people with hearing loss. They can make it easier to follow along during weekly company meetings, let you stream music and phone calls directly into your device, as well as tune…
How to Protect Your Hearing Aids This Spring
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports that, “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears.” If you’re one of this number and you wear hearing aids, it’s important that you know how to protect your…
How to Help Your Grandchildren Understand Your Hearing Aids
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports, “Among adults aged 45 and over, hearing difficulties increased with age among men and women.” If you’re among this age group and wear hearing aids, you may be wondering how to help your grandchildren understand why you’re wearing them. We review how to do this below….
How Hearing Aid Use in The U.S. Has Changed
Hearing loss is one of the more chronic health conditions among older adults in the United States. Hearing aids provide excellent quality treatment for most people with hearing loss. However, while usage seems to be going up overall, not everyone who could benefit from hearing aids currently uses them. Demographics of Hearing Aid Use in…
