Increase in Hearing Loss for Service Workers
The most common causes of hearing loss include aging and exposure to loud noises. Many have connected working in loud environments with an increased risk of developing hearing loss. A new study examined the prevalence of hearing loss among workers in the Services sector. What Is Occupational Hearing Loss? Hearing loss caused by exposure to…
Are Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Connected?
Hearing a ringing in your ear is not uncommon; in fact, up to 15 percent of American adults experience tinnitus. While experts are unsure of the exact cause of this symptom, they do know it is linked to hearing loss and noise exposure. Connection with Hearing Loss Nearly 90 percent of those with tinnitus also…
Five Ways to Improve Your Hearing
Better hearing can help improve your health as well as increase your overall quality of life. Below are our five easy ways you can improve your hearing. Stop Smoking Smoking cigarettes is terrible for all aspects of your health. If you need one more reason to quit this expensive habit, research continues to come out…
Protect Your Hearing This Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is next week, and that means barbecues with family and friends and a night full of fireworks. While many community events across the state of Texas have been cancelled this year, that does not mean the sky will be any less bright. With the increase in at-home firework displays, experts warn…
Hearing Loss Advice: Don’t Delay Treatment!
Nearly 50 million Americans experience hearing loss, but most wait years before seeking treatment. Experts in the field have wondered why this is the case, and over the past 10 years have conducted numerous studies and surveys in order to figure out the reason for the delay. Why People Delay Treatment According to a 2018…
Should You Have Your Hearing Tested?
If you think you could have hearing loss, you may be asking yourself if it is worth driving all the way to your Dallas audiology office to get your hearing tested. Our answer? An unequivocal yes. Unfortunately, according to a study conducted by Consumer Reports, many choose instead to go years without a diagnosis. When…
Challenges of Remote Working with Hearing Loss
The world around us is changing. Schools, restaurants and even your office are nothing like they were only a few months ago. With the introduction of virtual, digital and remote work, there is a lot to get used to. This is especially true for those with hearing loss. Below is an explanation of the challenges…
Side Effects of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss only makes it harder for you to hear, right? It turns out, hearing loss is just the beginning. Untreated hearing loss has a number of surprising side effects. Issues with Mental Health Hearing loss can be very isolating. This can lead to an increase in anxiety, depression, stress and many other mental health…
Early Signs of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is common – more than 48 million people across the country are experiencing it right now. Understanding the early signs of this condition can help you seek treatment quickly. And as with most medical conditions, the sooner you seek help, the better the outcome. Voices Sound Muffled Hearing loss occurs when the hair…
What Is a Decibel?
A decibel is commonly referred to when talking about hearing loss. But what is this unit really measuring? Understanding what a decibel is can help you fully understand sounds and your hearing loss. Sound Intensity A decibel is a logarithmic way of explaining a ratio between power, voltage and sound pressure. Sound is, in essence,…
