Can Certain Foods Prevent Hearing Loss?
We all know that eating healthier can help us live longer and feel better. Research suggests it might also help you prevent hearing loss. Healthy Diets Linked to Better Hearing One large study collected data from 71,000 women from 1991 to 2013. Participants received mail questionaries every four years asking about their eating habits over…
The Birds are Starting to Sing Their Songs, But Can You Hear Them?
Spring is here again. The weather is warmer, and the days are longer, which makes it a perfect time of year to visit Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory to catch a glimpse of the pectoral sandpipers. However, if you have hearing loss, you may be missing out on one of the more soothing sounds, birds chirping….
How to Help Your Loved Ones Understand the Benefits of Hearing Aids
Age-related hearing loss is common, affecting 40% of adults aged 55–74. However, the majority of these adults don’t wear hearing aids, and many who were given hearing aids do not wear them. This means they are missing out on the numerous benefits they can provide. If you have a loved one who has hearing loss…
How Do Newer Hearing Aids Make Hearing So Easy?
It goes without saying that the noise level at the library is a lot different than when you’re taking in a Longhorns game at Moody Center. If you use hearing aids, you need your device to account for those changes. The good news is that newer hearing aids contain a multitude of features that can…
What to Know Before Buying a Hearing Aid
Do you suffer from untreated hearing loss but finally feel ready to take the leap and purchase your first set of hearing aids? If so, you probably have a lot of questions about the process. In this article, we review the steps for buying a hearing aid. First, you must get a hearing test; second,…
Feeling Anxious? Your Hearing Loss May Be to Blame
All of us have felt anxiety at one point or another. We worry about things like our families, our jobs and our health. If you are a person who is experiencing hearing loss, you might be feeling anxious about that. While a little anxiety is nothing to worry about, frequent high levels of anxiety can…
Can Hearing Aids Help My Mind?
As we go through life it’s important to continue to keep our minds engaged. Whether that means learning a new skill, staying physically active or picking up a new novel or jigsaw puzzle at BookPeople, experts agree we must make sure we take care of our minds the same way we do our bodies. If…
These Common Noises May Cause Hearing Loss
We live in a loud world and are constantly exposed to all levels of sounds. Some, like the soft chirping of birds, are harmless while others can cause irreversible damage to your ears. Fortunately, once you understand which sounds are unsafe you can properly protect yourself. What Sounds Are Dangerous Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when…
Hearing Loss & COVID-19
With each passing day, scientists are learning more and more about the coronavirus and its long-term health effects. While heart disease, lung damage and neurological disorders are the most established complications associated with COVID-19, some experts suspect that hearing loss should be added to this list. Is Hearing Loss a Symptom of COVID-19? While rare,…
Tips for Keeping Your Ears Safe This Summer
Summer is finally here, which means it is time to attend family BBQs and spend lazy Sunday afternoons on West Lake Beach. In addition to the days being longer and the pace being slower, there is also an increase in noisy activities. While fun, these events can put your hearing at risk. Continue reading to…