Are Smokers More Likely to Develop Hearing Loss?
Smoking cigarettes is an unhealthy habit that has been linked to cancer, heart disease and strokes. While previous studies have explored the relationship between smokers and an increased risk of developing hearing loss, researchers at Johns Hopkins, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Vanderbilt sought to uncover whether this connection was still there…
Does Hearing Loss Affect Memory?
Hearing loss has been linked to depression, anxiety and increased risk of falls, but did you know it can also lead to memory problems? Your ability to remember everything from major life events to small details like where you put your keys makes a huge impact on your quality of life, so it’s important to…
Decibel Hearing Congratulates 2020 Winner of Hear for the Holidays Contest
In an effort to give back to the community, we ran our annual essay contest in December to give away a pair of Oticon premium hearing aids to someone in need who has hearing loss. Choosing a winner from among the many worthy nominees is always difficult, with this year being one the most challenging….
How to Stay in Touch During COVID-19
If you’re living alone and looking to connect with those you care about during the COVID-19 pandemic, try these simple ways to stay in touch and connect with the people you care about. Stay in Touch — Schedule a Regular Phone Call Need a mental health boost? Checking in regularly with family and friends can…
How Does Hearing Loss Impact Your Relationships?
Your hearing loss is not a personal problem; it affects all those around you. Numerous studies have shown that when left untreated, hearing loss can put strain on even the most secure relationships. Relationship Strain A 2019 study titled “Hearing Loss as a Social Problem: A Study of Hearing-impaired Spouses and Their Hearing Partners” looked…
Does Driving a Bus Increase Your Risk of Hearing Loss?
Exposure to noise over a long period of time can put your ears at risk. Unfortunately for many of us, we come into contact with noise in our everyday lives, from driving to the store to working at our jobs. Researchers from a busy city in Iran were interested if there is a connection between…
Tips and Tricks to Know Before Buying Hearing Aids
Treating your hearing loss is one of the best things you can do for your physical and cognitive health. Before you invest in hearing aids, your audiologist will work with you to determine the exact type and degree of your hearing loss and recommend the best treatment plan for you. Below are eight things experts…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
Yoga to Help Against Hearing Loss
Yoga is known for boosting flexibility and muscle tone, but science suggests that it may also help improve hearing loss and tinnitus for some people. The two primary effects of yoga on hearing loss: increased circulation to the ears that helps promote nerve function and relaxed muscle tissue, particularly in the neck. While not everyone…
Is Red Wine Good for Your Hearing?
Good news! Your guilty pleasure may actually have health benefits. Research shows that, in certain quantities, drinking red wine could reduce or prevent hearing loss. What Are the Benefits of Red Wine? You may have heard that a glass of red wine now and then is good for your heart. That’s because red wine is…