Living with a sensitivity to sound can be challenging, especially when you’re unsure whether you’re dealing with hyperacusis, misophonia, or another auditory issue. While hyperacusis and misophonia both involve an increased sensitivity to sounds, they have distinct...
Yesterday, (September 9, 2024) Apple held an online event to make a number of announcements about their next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Having shared that Apple was rumoured to be launching a ‘Hearing Aid Mode’ earlier this year, we watched with...
In the rapidly evolving soundscape of our modern world, the rise of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) in children is becoming an urgent public health concern. This phenomenon, often dubbed “the silent epidemic,” is gaining attention from healthcare professionals and...
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 difference between auditory processing disorder (APD) and language processing disorder (LPD) can play a significant role in diagnosing and treating language and communication difficulties. This is especially true with processing disorders in children. Difficulties...
Tinnitus is one of the most common hearing issues experienced by individuals; and it impacts around 32% of the adult population of the U.S. Between 70-85% of the hearing-impaired community also have tinnitus. Although tinnitus can be linked to hearing loss, you might not always have hearing loss when you have tinnitus. Why Are Hearing
Your vacation might be your opportunity to let loose, relax and let the worries of everyday life slip away from your mind. Of course, you still need to be cognizant of your health. Aside from healthy choices and avoiding anything that might make you sick, have you thought about your ear and hearing health while
The food that you eat directly influences your overall health and well-being, including the health of your ears or hearing health. When you eat a balanced diet fuels your body with rich and vital nutrients, it keeps your body healthy and functioning. In addition, it also looks after your ears by preventing potential damage and increasing
If you use hearing aids on a daily basis, it’s vital you keep up with a regular cleaning and maintenance routine. Hearing aids are delicate pieces of equipment, often containing a lot of advanced technology in such a small device. Without the proper care, you are more likely to experience problems with your hearing aids,
It is no secret that weight gain can harm your health in a number of ways. It puts excess strain on the joints and leads to physical health problems and it also increases your risk of developing a number of diseases in later life. However, did you know that weight gain can also damage your