Top 5 Signs You Might Need a Hearing Test in Ocala
Amid the beauty and bustle of Ocala, it’s easy to overlook your hearing health. Whether you’re enjoying a day at Silver Springs or chatting with friends at a local café, your ability to hear clearly plays a big role in how you experience life. If you’ve been putting off getting your hearing checked, here are…
3 Ways to Protect Your Hearing This Summer
It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy. However, outdoor activities can lead to noise-induced hearing loss if you are not careful. People of all ages should take extra precautions to protect their hearing during the summer months. When the weather is warm, our natural inclination is to go outside. Many popular summer activities can be…
June Is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is a great time to learn more about the correlation between hearing loss and cognitive issues—and how well-fit hearing aids may help. How Hearing Loss Can Affect the Brain Hearing loss can impact the brain in several ways: What the Research Shows A number of studies have examined the correlation…
Upcoming Ocala Events Perfect for Good Hearing
Exposure to loud noise through various activities can cause hearing damage over time. Hearing loss is common, with 15% of American adults reporting some trouble hearing. Knowing this, it could be beneficial to balance outings you attend with events that offer quieter environments or even promote and educate about hearing loss. Here are five upcoming…
Amp Up Your Summer Fun
With summer approaching, we want to make sure you’re able to gear up for all the giggles, gatherings and good times ahead. May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, which means it’s a great time to check in and see how things are going with your hearing. Whether you currently wear hearing devices or generally experience trouble…
Seven Things Women Need to Know About Hearing Loss
At Beneficial Hearing Aid Center, we believe every woman deserves to hear their best. But when your to-do list is a mile long, carving out time to take care of yourself can be hard. Staying on top of your hearing health is particularly important, as untreated hearing loss has been linked to a poorer quality…
Ocala’s Noisiest Places and How to Protect Your Hearing
Hearing loss is commonly caused by exposure to noise, and nearly 15% of American adults experienced some difficulty hearing in the past year. Prolonged exposure to loud environments can damage the delicate structures in the inner ear, leading to permanent hearing loss over time. Certain locations and activities in all cities are naturally more likely…
Your Ocala Hearing Aid Maintenance Checklist for Florida’s Humid Weather
Florida’s year-round humidity and frequent rainstorms can take a toll on delicate electronics and this includes your hearing aids. If you live in Ocala, it’s important to adopt a regular maintenance routine tailored to hot and humid conditions. Proper care not only improves device performance but also extends the lifespan of the devices. Nearly 28.8…
The World Is Getting Louder
Blaring car horns, way too loud headphones, ear-splitting ambulance sirens—you can’t escape noise pollution in everyday life. Unfortunately, all this auditory hubbub can take a toll on your hearing—and health—over time. To draw attention to this pressing public health issue, the Center for Hearing and Communication established International Noise Awareness Day in 1996. It takes…
Ways To Manage Hearing Loss in the Home
Whether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or a cozy dinner party, you spend a lot of time in your home. Particularly if you or a loved one has hearing loss, it’s important to make sure it is a safe and comfortable space. There are a variety of steps you can take toward this goal….