Restaurant noise levels are an increasing concern for customers, employees, and restaurateurs alike. Both surveys conducted by Zagat and Consumer Reports found that excessive noise …
Professional Musicians are at Higher Risk for Developing Hearing Loss
Musician Eric Clapton revealed during an interview with a British radio station in 2018 that he is dealing with tinnitus, a ringing in the ear …
Why Do People Shy Away from Treating Hearing Loss?
There are about 26.7 million people over age of 50 with hearing loss, but only 14% are using hearing aids. Contrast this with how we …
Hearing Loss Patients at Higher Risk of Hospital Readmission
Hearing loss affects many different parts of our lives, and a recent study has documented an indirect effect of hearing loss on the likelihood to …
Drinking May Worsen Hearing Loss at Concerts
If you are an avid concertgoer and you like to have an alcoholic beverage or two – its time to think about using ear plugs …
Your Rights with Hearing Loss Under the ADA
Americans who are deaf or hard of hearing have had an uphill battle when it comes to having their equal rights acknowledged. Both in the …
How Loud is Too Loud for Kids?
We live in a world full of noise, from busy city streets to noisy schools and crowded shopping malls. Noise fills our ears all day …
A Link Between Hearing Loss & Dementia
Hearing loss affects close to 50 million Americans, according to the Hearing Loss Association of America. By the time Americans reach the age of 70, …
Occupational Noise Costs Billions in Lost Earnings
It isn’t news that loud noise can damage our hearing, but it may surprise you that noise related hearing loss is costing US workers hundreds …
When to Update Your Hearing Aid
Think back to the first time you tried on your new hearing aids. Remember what the world around you sounded like? You may have heard …