Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that produces chronic inflammation of the joints. The body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells which causes swelling in targeted areas. Most commonly, these targeted areas are the joints in the: wrists, hands, and knees. RA specifically affects …
Though hearing loss is one of the most common chronic health conditions that people experience today, it still remains widely undertreated. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), only one third of people with impaired hearing actually receive treatment. Not …
We are constantly surrounded by varying levels of noise. From electronic devices that we use on a daily basis to commuting to work and social life, we are regularly absorbing different sounds at a range of volumes. With the increased connectivity and integration of digital …
Hearing loss is one of the most common medical conditions that people experience today. Affecting nearly 48 million people, hearing can be impaired by a range of factors including: existing medical conditions, exposure to loud noise, aging, and head injuries. A reduced ability to hear …
We tend to overlook the ways in which different aspects of our health are interconnected. Like did you know that hearing and vision can impact overall brain function and health? Research shows that conditions like hearing loss and blurry vision can contribute to cognitive decline. …
Hearing loss strains communication which is integral to how we navigate our environment. Difficulties with communication take a toll on various aspects of life including relationships. Stress from hearing loss especially affects the relationships with people closest to us. The breakdown of day-to-day communication can …
The ears play a critical role in hearing and balance. The ears and brain work together to process incoming sound information and maintain balance. Though much is known about how these processes work, scientists have made a recent discovery that illuminates even more information about …
Tinnitus is the experience of hearing a distracting sound in one or both ears. This sound is most often described as a ringing, buzzing, or clicking like noise that can be mild to profound. According to the Hearing Health Foundation, at least 10% of people …
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! This initiative is invested in raising awareness about communication disorders and life-changing solutions. Organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), this year’s campaign is centered on the theme: building connections. This emphasizes taking the necessary action to prioritize …
When you think back to older styles of hearing aids, they might seem. unsuited to active lifestyles. Those units tended to be bulky, loosely fitted, and subject to damage by the elements. Although some of these older styles weren’t right for some of activities, the …
