Hearing loss is normally considered an older person’s problem – in fact, it’s estimated that nearly 50% of people over 75 copes with some type of hearing loss. But in spite of the fact that in younger individuals it’s totally preventable, studies show that they too are at risk of developing hearing loss. One study […]
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The cause of Meniere’s is not well understood. But the effects are hard to underestimate. Some prevalent symptoms of this disorder are vertigo, dizziness, ringing in the ears, and hearing loss. Symptoms of Meniere’s disease appear to stem from a buildup of fluid in the inner ear, but scientists aren’t really sure what causes that […]
Hearing loss can catch you by surprise, it’s true. But in some cases, hearing issues bypass the sneaking completely, in favor of a sudden (and often alarming), cat-like pounce. It could happen like this: you get up, drag yourself out of bed, and perhaps you don’t detect it until you get out of the shower […]
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You care deeply about your loved ones and want to do something to show them? Truly listen when your loved ones talk to you. That requires, of course, the ability to hear. Research reveals one out of three adults between 65 and 74 is experiencing hearing loss and millions would benefit from wearing a hearing […]
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The human body has some fantastic and remarkable abilities. The human body generally has no issue mending cuts, scratches, or broken bones (with a little time, your body can repair the huge bones in your arms and legs). But you won’t be so lucky if the tiny hairs in your ears are compromised. For now […]
Researchers at the famed Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) might have cracked the code on one of hearing’s most bewildering mysteries, and the future design of hearing aids could get an overhaul based on their findings. The enduring notion that voices are singled out by neural processing has been debunked by an MIT study. According […]
The saying “Music to my ears” may soon have a very different meaning to people suffering from hearing loss. Exposing children to music can have a beneficial effect on hearing as is highlighted by a joint study carried out by the University College London and the University of Helsinki. Gauging Speech-in-Noise Performance Researchers observed 43 […]
The air filled with the sweet smells of cinnamon and nutmeg. Colorful lights of blue, red, and green fill your house with a joyful spirit. You enjoy catching up with your family as your grandchildren sing, dance and play. The holidays are exciting, and you don’t want to miss a beat. Are you ready? Are […]
Susan always knew that after she retired she would be living an active lifestyle. She travels a lot and at 68 she’s been to over a dozen countries and is planning many more trips. On some days you’ll find her tackling a hiking trail with her grandkids, on others she will be volunteering at a […]
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