How Can Hearing Aids Improve Communication in Crowds
Communicating in a noisy environment can sometimes seem impossible. Instead of having a fun conversation with your friends, you spend half your time saying, “Huh?” or “What was that?” This struggle only gets more complicated for the 20% of the global population living with hearing loss. Let’s take a look at a few ways hearing…
Can an Allergy Journal Help You on Your Treatment Journey?
Allergies can be frustrating, especially if you aren’t sure what’s causing them. If you’ve been struggling to figure out what’s behind your symptoms, starting an allergy journal could be a game-changer. Let’s take a look at why keeping track of your symptoms can be so impactful and how it can guide you toward better allergy…
Five Festive Sounds Hearing Aids Can Help You Enjoy This Season
The holiday season is brimming with delightful sounds that make that bring joy to your life. However, if you’re one of the 15% of U.S. adults experiencing hearing loss, you may have missed out on these festive sounds in recent years. If you’ve been thinking about trying hearing aids but need a little encouragement, check…
Understanding Year-Round Allergies and How to Manage Them
Allergies affect more than 100 million people in the U.S. each year. When we think of allergies, we often picture the blooming trees and vibrant flowers signaling pollen season. However, for many, allergies aren’t just a seasonal nuisance. If you find yourself battling symptoms all year long, you may be dealing with year-round (or perennial)…
How To Create a Hearing Loss-Inclusive Thanksgiving Environment
Approximately 60.7 million Americans aged 12 and over have hearing loss. With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s important to create an inclusive, comfortable environment for loved ones with hearing loss. If someone close to you has been recently diagnosed, take a look at our tips to make this holiday season more inclusive for everyone at…
What to Know About the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Balance Issues
Hearing loss affects more than just your ability to hear. It can also impact your spatial awareness and balance. This is because both hearing and balance functions are managed within the inner ear. When one aspect of this system is compromised, it can lead to challenges in the other. Understanding the link between hearing and…
Celebrate Audiology Awareness Month: Take the First Step Towards Better Hearing
October is dedicated to spreading awareness about hearing health and the importance of early detection and treatment of hearing loss. This Audiology Awareness Month, take a proactive step towards better hearing. Whether you’ve noticed changes in your hearing or have been putting off treatment for some time, this is the perfect moment to explore the…
How Does the Immune System Generate Allergy Symptoms
Allergies impact more than 100 million Americans every year, ranging from mild discomfort to severe reactions that require urgent medical care. How do allergies actually develop, and what role does the immune system play in triggering these responses? Understanding this process can shed light on why allergic reactions happen. How Allergies Develop Allergies occur when…
Hiking with Allergies: How to Enjoy the Outdoors Without the Sneezing
With fall fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to spend your weekends hiking around Arbor Hills Nature Preserve or one of the other gorgeous hikes around Plano. However, if you’re one of approximately 24 million people in the U.S. who suffer from environmental allergies, the great outdoors can sometimes feel more like a challenge than…
Allergies and Exercise: How to Stay Active Without Suffering
Routine exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. While physical activity is beneficial for overall health, it can sometimes exacerbate allergy symptoms, so for those with allergies it may feel frustrating to exercise. Read along to learn more to manage allergy symptoms so you can still enjoy the benefits of working out. Understanding…