Noise pollution named among risk factors for cardiovascular disease
/Obviously, noise pollution can be difficult to avoid or control. But there are ways we can try to prevent it from affecting our well-being.
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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…
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 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 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 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 MoreHow hearing loss and loneliness can impact heart health
/It is now widely known that hearing loss can affect overall health. In other words, if we choose not to treat our hearing loss, we may be putting ourselves at risk for health issues that span from problematic to pretty serious.
Read MoreHear me out: How hearing aids keep me wild, active, and free
/“I was born with severe-to-profound hearing loss. That could’ve been the end of the story—me, stuck on the sidelines, missing punchlines, instructions, and even the sounds of nature that so many take for granted. But thanks to technology, persistence, and a little grit, that’s not how my story played out.”
Read MoreWho should you see for your hearing loss?
/If you’ve been experiencing hearing loss and wondering who you should see to treat it, you’re definitely not alone. After all, just as there are several different providers to consider for vision issues (optometrist, ophthalmologist, or optician) there are various hearing care professionals to choose from when it comes to hearing care.
Read MoreMen’s Health Month is IN—and stigma is outdated
/Welcome to Men’s Health Month (already in progress)—a time when we raise awareness of preventable health issues in men. And what better time for men everywhere to examine their hearing health and get any hearing issues squared away?
Read MoreCelebrating Better Hearing Month and the benefits of treating hearing loss
/Regardless of whether you’re currently enjoying these benefits through wearing hearing aids or are thinking about getting your hearing tested once and for all—Better Hearing Month is the month for YOU.
Read MoreHow to use your hearing aid controls
/While a hearing care professional is your top resource for helping you identify the right hearing aid control method for you, we can help you get the conversation started with our simplified guide to hearing aid controls below.
Read MoreWhy we should monitor our hearing and vision as we age
/Vision loss has joined hearing loss on the list of modifiable risk factors for dementia, according to the latest report by the Lancet Commission on Dementia, Prevention, Intervention and Care.
Read MoreHow noise pollution can impact our hearing health
/Let’s face it: Sounds are all around us—but it’s those unrelenting or escalating sounds that can impact not only our hearing, but also our overall health.
Read MoreOne cure for loneliness? Wearing hearing aids
/Loneliness affects 1 in 4 older adults and 5–15% of adolescents and can have a profound impact on our overall well-being—increasing our risk of dementia, early mortality (by nearly 40%), and other health issues.
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