What You Need to Know About Hearing Aids and Air Travel
As February nears its end and we begin to look forward to spring, perhaps you’ve set up some travel plans for the coming months. There’s nothing like a good vacation to celebrate the return of warmer weather. Navigating the airport with hearing aids shouldn’t be a logistical nightmare, but we do have some tips to…
Study Supports Brain Training for Seniors With Hearing Loss
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately one in three people aged 65–74 experience hearing loss. For those over 75, the statistic is closer to one in two. The term for age-related hearing loss is presbycusis, which is caused by natural wear and tear of the auditory system. The…
Hearing Health and World Hearing Day
From participating in everyday conversations to listening to our favorite tunes, hearing well helps connect us to the sounds that shape our lives. Yet, over 1.5 billion people worldwide experience some degree of hearing loss, and many remain untreated. Hearing challenges can affect their mental, physical and emotional health. People with hearing loss: World Hearing…
Protecting Devices from Winter Moisture and Temperature Swings
Your hearing aids are critical pieces of technology, and you rely on them daily to hear clearly and stay connected to the world around you. Because you need to wear them daily, however, they are often exposed to the elements, which, if you’re not careful, can shorten their lifespan. While winter here in Ocala is…
How Modern Hearing Aids Support Active Florida Lifestyles
Staying active and getting outside are major pillars of a healthy lifestyle, and Ocala is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with our beautiful parks, forests, rivers, lakes and horse trails. If you’re concerned about keeping your hearing aids safe while staying active, we’re excited to share that modern hearing aids are better equipped than ever…
Poor Heart Health May Lead to Hearing Loss
If you don’t eat a well-balanced diet and fail to exercise regularly, poor cardiovascular health is only one risk you’ll face. Research shows a link between poor heart health and hearing loss. The Connection Explained The reason for this surprising correlation? The inner ear is extremely sensitive to blood flow, so obstructions in the arteries…
The Connection Between Tinnitus and TMJ
Tinnitus is a condition that causes you to hear sounds like ringing, buzzing or clicking that are not externally present. One potential cause of tinnitus may be temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. What Are TMJ Disorders? TMJ disorders cause pain in your jaw joint or the muscles that control jaw movement. They can result from injury…
Maintaining Peak Hearing Aid Performance in the New Year
New year, new hearing aid routines. Prioritize your hearing health in 2026 by following these guidelines on ways to maintain your hearing aids this year to keep them in peak condition all year long. Keep Them Clean Cleaning your hearing aids daily is one of the best ways to prevent damage in the long run,…
Your New Year Hearing Aid Tune-Up Checklist
Happy New Year! Set yourself up for hearing success in 2026 by starting the year with some hearing aid maintenance. Your hearing aids are a significant investment that keeps you connected to the world of sound and strengthens your social connections; let’s bring those benefits to the new year. Assessing Your Hearing Aids First, you…
Get Healthy Hearing for a Healthier 2026
As the calendar turns to a new year and we welcome a fresh start, many of us set resolutions to live healthier, feel happier and improve our overall well-being. If these goals resonate with you, there’s one powerful and often overlooked way to achieve them all: Improve your hearing. Why Hearing Health Matters Hearing is…