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…
How Heart Health and Hearing Are Connected in Older Adults
As we age, our organs age with us, and as a result, the way we care for our bodies naturally changes. At , we’re particularly specialized in hearing health and auditory systems, and we want to inform our patients about the many ways the aging process and other body systems influence hearing. The Connection Between…
How Hearing Aids Reconnect You to Life
There are numerous benefits to starting hearing loss treatment. We know that treating hearing loss is correlated with improved mental and physical health and strengthened relationships. In honor of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, let’s explore the role hearing aids play in keeping you connected to your life, loved ones, and the world around you. How Hearing…
The Magic of Music & Brain Activity
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, an opportunity for people of all ages to learn more about the brain and support those struggling with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease: The Alzheimer’s Association asks people around the world to wear purple, the official color of the Alzheimer’s movement, during June to…
Celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month With an Audiologist Visit
Along with enjoying nature’s soundtrack as we spend more time outdoors, there’s another reason to care for your hearing this May. It’s been designated as National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, previously known as Better Hearing and Speech Month. Organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, this month encourages people to seek treatment for hearing loss—particularly the 37.5 million…
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…
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…
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…