Why Starkey is trusted by these surprising individuals living with hearing loss
/From stars of the silver screen to the makers of the music we’ll always have an ear for, many celebrities are living with hearing loss today…
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Bridging the silence: A father, a child, and the gift of hearing each other
/In his newest blog written exclusively for Starkey, Osmond (who was born with a severe-to-profound hearing loss and has been wearing hearing aids since he was two years old) shares how his hearing health journey converged with his father’s; the unexpected outcomes; and the important conversations it sparked about men’s health.
Read MoreHow rechargeable hearing aids work—and why they may be right for you
/Instead of having to remember to leave your hearing aids’ battery doors open at night to power off and minimize drain, you’ll simply put your device in the charger, where they’ll begin charging immediately. Then it’s off to bed, knowing they’ll be ready and waiting to help you hear better the next day.
Read MoreHow poor cardiovascular health can affect the progression of hearing loss
/The researchers concluded that their findings “corroborate hearing loss as a common public health concern that may be at least partially preventable.”
Read MoreHow better hearing can benefit women's overall health
/By maintaining cognitive health through your best hearing, you can continue to learn new skills, manage your emotions, and solve problems, as you age.
Read MoreTop 7 ways to participate in Better Hearing Month
/Hearing plays an essential role in our ability to communicate plus maintain our relationships, self-confidence, independence, brain health, and beyond.
Read MoreStress Awareness Month spotlight: How tinnitus can impact our ability to work
/Now, a new study shows that tinnitus can affect employee performance and overall wellness at work, to the point that one in five workers either reduce their working hours or leave their jobs altogether.
Read MoreHow plants make sounds and why it matters to insects
/Happy spring! We begin this blog with a shout-out to those who make the effort to water their plants regularly: Because did you know that dehydration not only stresses plants, but makes them scream? Yes, you heard that right.
Read MoreHow hearing aids help me stay connected to the people I love
/“Before, I caught parts of conversations. Now, I get to be part of them.”
Read MoreTinnitus Awareness Week spotlight on new predictors for severe tinnitus
/Did you know that factors beyond hearing loss can affect how severely we experience tinnitus?
Read MoreHow better hearing can help motivate you toward your best new year
/That little flame inside of us that’s always yearning to try something new—it’s time to believe that it’s there to be fanned: Believe that we are never too old to visit that place, to try that thing, to take that course, or to change course completely. Pair that with our best hearing in the new year, and it’s “go” time.
Read MoreThe best stocking stuffers for hearing aid wearers? Wireless accessories
/Put on your Santa hat and join us on a walk-through of the most innovative, jolly-good wireless hearing aid accessories out there.
Read MoreStudy shows constant stress can affect how we hear
/Chronic stress can have systemic effects that can negatively impact our day-to-day lives. For example, when it comes to memory and learning, chronic stress can decrease these cognitive processes, according to the American Brain Foundation
Read MoreHow better hearing brings out the best in holiday traditions
/There’s nothing quite like tradition to solidify the holidays in our hearts. Whether our annual big day involves a kitchen-island happy hour before the big feast or boardgames and takeout with our closest friends, holiday traditions lay the foundation for the moments we want to be present for, remember, and enjoy.
Read MoreResearch finds biological factors influence hearing sensitivity more than age
/Let’s take a look at the study behind this discovery, how the interesting results came to be, and the reasoning behind them.
Read MoreMy 5 biggest misconceptions about hearing aids—and how I overcame them
/“I was born without the ability to hear and received my first hearing aids around the age of two. For as long as I can remember, they’ve been part of my world, yet the misconceptions that surround hearing aids have followed me throughout my life.”
Read MoreTreating hearing loss may delay dementia for a large number of older adults
/Today’s hearing fact spotlights some of the latest findings to add to the list: A recent study found that hearing loss, from a population perspective, may be accountable for nearly one-third of dementia occurrences in older adults.
Read MoreHow long do hearing aids last?
/Ahhh… technology: We love it. We’re sometimes frustrated by it. But let’s face it—we all can name at least one techno-gadget that makes life simpler or more enjoyable.
Read More10 top ways treating hearing loss supports healthy aging
/There is one key decision we can make today that can significantly support our overall wellness as we age—get our hearing tested (regularlCancely) and treat any hearing loss we may have.
Read MoreResearchers find earwax may contain indicators of hidden disorders
/First and foremost, earwax (also called cerumen) maintains and protects the skin inside the ear, preventing damaging elements like dirt and bacteria from getting into the eardrum.
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