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What Is Tinnitus and Is There a Cure?

What Is Tinnitus and Is There a Cure?

Tinnitus is a condition characterized by the perception of noise or ringing in the ears when no external sound is present. This perception of sound can manifest in various forms, such as ringing, buzzing, humming, hissing, or whistling. Tinnitus can occur in one or...

Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Mortality?

Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Mortality?

Hearing loss, often considered an invisible disability, affects millions worldwide. Its consequences extend far beyond muffled conversations and missed phone calls. A growing body of research suggests a disturbing link between hearing loss and mortality, raising...

Don’t Underestimate a Mild Hearing Loss

Don’t Underestimate a Mild Hearing Loss

The holiday season is in full swing, gatherings small and large at a variety of venues. Unfortunately, for individuals with hearing loss their struggle to clearly understand what’s being said is more apparent that ever before. The human ear, a marvel of engineering,...

Can Hearing Aids Reduce Your Risk of Falling?

Can Hearing Aids Reduce Your Risk of Falling?

Falls are a major concern for older adults, as they can lead to serious injuries, loss of independence, and even death. One factor that may increase the risk of falling is hearing loss. Studies have shown that people with hearing loss are more likely to fall than...

What to Expect When the Unexpected Happens, Sudden Hearing Loss

What to Expect When the Unexpected Happens, Sudden Hearing Loss

Hearing is one of our most precious senses, allowing us to connect with the world and the people around us. However, it’s a sense we often take for granted until something goes wrong. One such alarming condition is sudden hearing loss, a rare but potentially...

Can Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline?

Can Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline?

The ACHIEVE study, published in The Lancet on July 18, 2023, was a randomized controlled trial that investigated the effects of hearing intervention on cognitive decline in older adults with hearing loss. The study included 977 adults aged 70-84 with untreated hearing...