In the past, we called them “books-on-tape,” a term that feels almost archaic nowadays. With the introduction of CDs and, more recently, digital streaming, the term “audiobook” has become the standard, and rightly so. Audiobooks allow you to enjoy literature while on the go without having to sit down and actually read. Take a modern […]
Many people have strong memories of a beloved family pet. Our lives can be enriched by many kinds of animals including; dogs, cats, guinea pigs, and birds. In many instances, they are our close companions. Quality of life and symptom management for people who have hearing loss can also be improved by having a pet […]
September 26, 2024 | Angela Batini, M.S. Audiology
Hearing is a vital part of a professional musician’s livelihood and art, not simply a mere sense. Remarkably, many musicians still operate under the belief that hearing loss is an inevitable feature of their profession. This mindset, which views hearing damage as an unavoidable consequence of the job, is both antiquated and unhealthy. Luckily, this […]
September 18, 2024 | Angela Batini, M.S. Audiology
Online shopping is a normal thing for most individuals these days. The Internet offers a wide array of products, from household goods to technology and even hearing aids. Purchasing hearing aids online might, at first, seem like a great plan because of the reduced price tag and because you don’t have to go to see […]
September 11, 2024 | Angela Batini, M.S. Audiology
If you find yourself fighting to fall asleep as a result of bothersome noises, earplugs may provide a simple and effective answer. Noises that might be interfering with your ability to get a good night’s rest can be decreased or completely blocked out by using a pair of earplugs at night. With a variety of […]
As our family members get older, specific changes in their health can be anticipated. One of the most common issues they may face is hearing loss. According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 experience some degree of hearing loss. This figure increases substantially […]
Hearing loss is often seen as an inescapable part of aging, but the truth is that much of it can be prevented. The slow decline in hearing is not simply a result of time passing but a consequence of accumulated damage. Each exposure to loud sounds, whether at a concert, mowing the lawn, or through […]
It’s really common for people to experience tinnitus. Around 20 million individuals regularly suffer from persistent tinnitus so severe that it becomes burdensome. This doesn’t even reference the more common forms of tinnitus, which for most individuals can come and go without causing a major impact on their quality of life. Tinnitus happens when you […]
Socializing with friends and family and communicating with co-workers can be negatively influenced by even mild hearing loss, and this also includes day-to-day activities like shopping. However, the introduction of well-calibrated hearing aids can lead to transformative changes. Top ten reasons to get hearing aids Although improving hearing is the evident and primary benefit of […]
The underlying basis of noise-induced hearing loss may seem well-understood. A fairly clear-cut cause-and-effect relationship is indicated by the name, after all. Our basic understanding is that irreversible hearing damage is a result of exposure to overly loud noise over a long period of time. And while that’s true, the mechanisms behind that cause haven’t […]
