Waterproof hearing aids? That’s like the next best thing to sliced bread. Though I don’t think sliced bread is as big a deal as it used to be, the idea of being able to wear your hearing aids in the shower, the pool, or the hot tub seems pretty promising, right? ...
Hearing Aids and Hurricanes: How to Stay Prepared
Once the dust settled and power was slowly restored to our surrounding communities after Hurricane Beryl, we quickly found ourselves getting asked, “What should I do with my hearing aids in the next hurricane?” Living in Houston, we're no strangers to extreme weather...
Can Hearing Aids Help You Live Longer?
You may have come across recent studies highlighting the connection between hearing health, cognitive function, and overall lifestyle. These findings are not only intriguing but also crucial for understanding the broader impacts of hearing loss. If you've been...
Apple WWDC 2024: What Happened to “Hearing Aid Mode”?
Did you catch the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) yesterday? With so much buzz about Apple potentially unveiling a “Hearing Aid Mode,” I was ready for the big reveal. As always, Apple didn’t disappoint, unveiling a slew of updates, with the spotlight on...
Lyric’s Self-Replacement Option: A Game Changer for Hearing Aid Users
I'm thrilled to share some exciting news for Lyric hearing aid users! Phonak, the renowned manufacturer behind Lyric—the world’s only invisible, extended-wear hearing aid—has introduced a groundbreaking self-replacement option for select users. This innovative...
Apple Plans to Introduce “Hearing Aid Mode” in Their Next iOS 18 Update | What Does This Mean?
Although nothing is official at the point of publishing this article, it appears that, based on speculation from a number of reputable forums and news outlets, technology giant Apple is planning to enter the hearing care market in late 2024/early 2025. Here’s What We...
Excess Ear Hair Affecting the Performance of Your Hearing Aids? | A Frank Discussion for Gentlemen
Gentlemen, it's time for a candid chat about a topic that might make some of us a bit uncomfortable: excess ear hair and its impact on hearing aid performance. As we age, we often experience the paradox of losing hair where we want it and finding it in places we...
What Stops Most People from Addressing Their Hearing Challenges? | Allison Audiology Patients Answer
With so many people in the world struggling with a hearing loss, you’d like to believe people seek the help they need when they need it. Unfortunately, this isn’t often the case and many of these people wait years before seeking any medical attention or professional...
The True Cost of Hearing Aids: Unveiling the Investment with Allison Audiology
"How much does an investment in hearing aids cost?" is a question that echoes frequently in the minds of many who are beginning their journeys to improved hearing. The lack of transparent pricing information online is no help, either. If you've been looking for...
Signs That You Are Wearing an Ill-fitting Hearing Aid
If you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss, a hearing aid is perhaps one of the most well-known treatment options. Your audiologist will recommend the right hearing device for you depending on the severity of your hearing loss and your individual needs. After the right hearing device has been identified, you’ll need to have it properly