The Gift of Hearing

The Gift of Hearing

The Gift of Hearing The Gift of Hearing Now that the holiday season is here, you want to be sure you are hearing your best when spending time with your family and friends. Holiday parties, social gatherings, and family get-togethers can be frustrating and...
Hearing Loss & Diabetes

Hearing Loss & Diabetes

Hearing Loss & Diabetes ​Diabetes Increases the Risk of Hearing Loss If you or someone you know has diabetes, you are probably familiar with the damage the disease can do to the circulatory system. What you might not know is that the same glucose overload that...
Hearing Loss Is a Modifiable Risk Factor of Dementia

Hearing Loss Is a Modifiable Risk Factor of Dementia

Hearing Loss Is a Modifiable Risk Factor of Dementia As we age, the risk for dementia increases. When we get older, our brains “shrink” a process that is known as brain atrophy – also known as cognitive decline or dementia. The Connection It has long been suspected...
Covid-19 and Hearing Loss

Covid-19 and Hearing Loss

Hearing deficiency has long been linked to misfortune. Having one of our primary senses affected has an effect on not just our wellbeing but also our livelihood. COVID-19 has had a particular effect on those who have pre-existing or existing hearing damage, causing a...