Does hearing loss get worse as you get older? Hearing loss is a common slowly developing condition that impacts all adults. In fact, over 50% of individuals 75 and older have trouble hearing. Presbycusis The slowly developing condition of hearing loss as we get older is generally known as presbycusis. Typically, there will be a […]
Sleepless nights aren’t any fun. Especially when it occurs regularly. You toss and turn and probably stare at the clock (or your phone) and worry about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. When these kinds of sleepless nights persistently happen, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and extended exposure to loud noise are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the connection between hearing loss and diabetes is not as well known. Let us elaborate. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? As per the CDC, 9% or 37 million individuals in the […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and extended exposure to loud sound are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. However, you may find it interesting to discover the connection between diabetes and hearing impairment. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How is your risk of developing hearing loss increased by diabetes? The prevalence […]
Lots of individuals really love winter! Okay, it can definitely be a bummer if you need to get somewhere. Or if you don’t have the correct gear (or proper infrastructure). But there are plenty of fun things to do in those chillier winter months. Still not convinced? Skiing and sledding aren’t the only fun things […]
Everyone loves an easy fix, particularly when the solution is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? You can learn to fix that from a YouTube video. A plumber would most likely be a little more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it on your own. But that […]
There are a couple different ways to interpret the term “cheap hearing aids”. On the one hand, it implies affordability, a smart option for a budget-conscious person. On the other hand, it indicates low-quality, turning a seemingly economical purchase into a not-so-smart decision, epitomized by the adage “You get what you pay for”. Regrettably, distinguishing […]
There’s nothing that’s good about cancer. Because of this, patients receiving cancer treatment will in some cases feel compelled to disregard cancer treatment side effects, like hearing loss, as trivial. But it’s critical to remember that, for a great many cancer patients, there will be life after your disease. And you want that life to […]
Recognizing when you need some medical advice is normally fairly easy. When you break your leg, for example, you know you should go to the doctor (or the emergency room, depending on the scenario). With scenarios like this, simply “toughing it out” isn’t a possibility. At least, not for very long (particularly if you want […]
Hearing loss is a widespread challenge for older individuals, but does it merit quitting driving? Driving habits vary amongst different people so the response isn’t clear-cut. While hearing loss is a factor to consider when operating a vehicle, a seasoned driver remains capable even if they need to lower the volume on the radio. Whether […]
