As members of Gen X continue to transition into midlife and beyond, many may find themselves grappling with a range of health challenges, including hearing loss. If you were born between the early 1960s and late 1970s, you may be noticing this too. While we often focus on talking about hearing loss in seniors, younger adults like Millennials and Gen …
The journey to better hearing health often begins with a hearing test, a fundamental diagnostic evaluation that provides valuable insights into your hearing health and potential hearing difficulties. For many individuals, the prospect of a hearing test may evoke some stress, but understanding what to expect can help alleviate anxiety. Let’s demystify the hearing test process, talk through the steps, …
If you’ve ever wondered why your ears act up during allergy season or if there’s more to those pesky earaches than you thought, here’s your answer. Let’s dig into how allergies can wreak havoc on your ears and what you can do about it. The Allergy-Ear Link: What’s Going On? First things first, let’s get a handle on what allergies …
When we think about high blood pressure (hypertension), we often associate it with heart problems and strokes. But did you know that hypertension can also have a surprising impact on your hearing? Let’s look at the connection between high blood pressure and hearing loss. Understanding High Blood Pressure First things first, let’s break down high blood pressure. Blood pressure is …
What are the essential pillars of health as we age? Well, according to Stephen M. Stahl, MD, PhD, adjunct professor of psychiatry, University of California San Diego “Exercise, diet, sleep, and hearing are four major factors that impact our aging,” During a the 2017 session at the Neuroscience Educational Institute (NEI) Congress Dr Stahl explains the importance of addressing these …
September is World Alzheimer’s Month! This month focuses on raising awareness and advocacy for dementia – a group of chronic medical conditions that deteriorate brain health. The Alzheimer’s Disease International estimates that 55 million people are living with dementia globally. This is expected to rapidly increase, impacting 139 million people by 2050. Dementia enompasses various conditions that are characterzed …
How Treating Hearing Loss Helps Your Mental Health A major effect of hearing loss that tends to be underrecognized is its impact on mental health and wellness. Nearly 1 in 6 people have some degree of hearing loss (over 48 million people), making hearing loss the third most pervasive medical condition people experience today. Though it is common, only one …
Are you concerned about your hearing? Have you found that you have to ask people to repeat themselves more and more often? Are others complaining about the volume of the TV at home when it just sounds fine to you? It is important to keep up with our hearing health and treat a potential issue before it becomes more severe. …
An investment is defined most often as the allocation of money with the expectation of a positive benefit in the future. However, investments come in many forms. An investment could be putting energy into a relationship, a new hobby, skill or even your health. The beauty about an investment today is that the benefits will be enjoyed in the future. Investing …
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. This month people around the globe are working tirelessly to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. World Alzheimer’s Month aims to reduce the stigma surrounding dementia and encourage seniors to seek treatment. Did you know that hearing loss has been linked to dementia and Alzheimer’s, and anyone struggling to hear has a higher risk …
