How To Choose the Right Environments for Hearing-Friendly Conversations
Most people know that communication gets harder the louder your environment is; you’ll have a harder time talking to a friend at Mutiny Bar Ocala than at the park. If you have hearing loss, those environments can make speech comprehension near impossible. Learning how to choose the right environments for your conversation is the first…
Staying Engaged in Group Conversations With Hearing Loss
Going to Black Sheep On Broadway for dinner with a few friends is an excellent way to cap off the week. If you have hearing loss, you’ve probably noticed that tracking speech in group conversations is a little tricky. A lot of that difficulty comes down to something we call the cocktail party effect. What…
Three Ways To Feel More Confident Wearing Hearing Aids
If you’re new to hearing aids, it’s completely normal to feel self-conscious at first. The good news is that confidence usually grows alongside familiarity. As hearing aids become part of your daily routine, many people find they spend less time thinking about how the devices look and more time appreciating what they help them hear….
Effective Listening Techniques for People With Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects more than one in 10 people in the United States.1 If you’re among that number, you know that communication can be tricky sometimes. Learning effective listening techniques and maintaining a calm environment can significantly improve your ability to understand and respond to speech. Let’s look at a few of those listening techniques…
Study Reveals Hearing & Vision Loss May Double Risk of Dementia
It’s common to lose hearing or vision as you age, but the loss of both can have serious consequences. A study published in the journal Neurology found that having hearing and vision loss may put you at double the risk of developing dementia later in life. The study involved 6,520 people ages 58 to 101….
Managing Hearing Loss Alongside Diabetes or Hypertension
Our bodies are complex, and many health conditions can affect other aspects of health. Diabetes and hypertension, for example, two of the most common health conditions in America, can indirectly lead to hearing loss. When multiple health conditions occur simultaneously, managing them can be confusing. As hearing experts, we’re here to help. How Do Diabetes…
Daily Habits That Support Better Hearing Health in Florida
There are steps you can take each day to support your hearing health, and our team at Beneficial Hearing Aid Center is dedicated to helping you learn about them. Here are five daily habits to keep your hearing in the best shape. Protect Your Ears in Loud Environments According to the CDC, around “12.5% of…
It’s Fireworks Season—Are You Prepared to Protect Your Hearing?
America’s love affair with fireworks dates back to the nation’s earliest days of independence. This year, July Fourth is also America’s 250th birthday, so a surge in attendance at fireworks displays around the country is likely. Many people underestimate the risk posed by fireworks. With noise levels between 150 and 175 decibels, they are loud…
The Power of a Support System in Hearing Health
Living with hearing loss can be hard at times, but having a strong support system makes it easier. Your support system may include family, found family, friends, neighbors, members of your church or religious community—it’s anyone you can count on to be there for you throughout your hearing loss journey! What the Research Says When…
Men’s Health Month in June: Why Hearing Health Matters
June is officially Men’s Health Month, a national observance dedicated to encouraging men to take charge of their health through preventive care and early detection of medical conditions. While much attention is given to heart disease, diabetes and prostate health in men, one critical area often overlooked is hearing health. Men Face Higher Risk of…