Rainy Weather and Waterproof Hearing Aids
Approximately 28.8 million Americans need hearing aids, and when you’re choosing which style and features you want in your hearing aids, one option you’ll be presented with is waterproof hearing aids. During Huntsville’s rainy season, these waterproof options can be an incredible option. Moisture Hazards Like any other electronic device, hearing aids are susceptible to…
What You Need to Know About Christmas Trees and Allergies
There’s nothing more festive than bringing a Christmas tree into your home and seeing it illuminated with twinkling lights and ornaments. But for some, that gorgeous tree can trigger allergy symptoms. While this is somewhat uncommon, several factors in your Christmas tree could contribute to this happening. Allergies to the Christmas Tree Itself Allergies caused…
Hosting Hearing Loss: Tips for an Inclusive Thanksgiving
Over 37 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss; if you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, it’s a good idea to consider hearing loss and whether or not your loved one with hearing loss will struggle at Thanksgiving. Is Thanksgiving Challenging for People with Hearing Loss? For people with hearing loss, environments with multiple…
Can A Virus Cause Hearing Loss?
It’s cold, flu and COVID season again, which means there’s all manner of viruses in the air. Prevent getting sick by staying hydrated, washing your hands frequently, getting plenty of rest and getting vaccinated—it’s for your hearing health. How Do Viruses Cause Hearing Loss? While the connection between viral infections and hearing loss is still…
Fall Allergies: What You Need to Know About Mold and Mildew
It’s time to take your soft sweaters out of storage: temperatures are dropping, and precipitation is falling more frequently. Fall is here. Unfortunately, mold and mildew also like those cooler temperatures and damp conditions, which can be a huge problem for people with mold allergies. This could be your answer if you’re still experiencing allergy…
What’s the Difference Between Allergies and the Common Cold?
Sneezing and a runny nose in October can mean either a cold or allergies, and sometimes it’s hard to tell which is which. We’ve put together a guide on key similarities and differences between the two if you’re feeling under the weather and need help determining what ails you. What’s Happening in Your Body Allergic…
Can Going to Sporting Events Cause Hearing Loss?
Stadiums get loud: the crowd, the announcer blaring over the speaker and the loud music. This makes for the fun, energetic atmosphere we love about watching sports. If you’re planning on going to a game or you regularly attend your local team’s games, you may be wondering about the noise levels in the stadium. Is…
How Hearing Loss Can Increase Fall Risk, And How Audiologists Can Help
As we grow older, falls become one of the most serious health risks, often resulting in injury and loss of independence. Interestingly, research shows that people with hearing loss are more likely to experience falls than their peers with normal hearing, and audiologists are in a unique position to get involved. How Is Hearing Loss…
What To Know About Somatic Tinnitus
You may be familiar with tinnitus, a widespread condition characterized by ringing or other constant noise in the ear, but this is a very broad category. The noise, intensity and frequency vary, creating a few different subtypes of tinnitus. One of the most common subtypes of tinnitus is somatic tinnitus. It’s estimated that as much…
Can I Use My Hearing Aids at the Beach?
Summer isn’t over yet! Spending a day at the beach is a popular way to relax, get some sun and enjoy the summer weather while it lasts. However, if you wear hearing aids, you probably know to avoid letting water or sand come in contact with your hearing aids. You may wonder if it’s possible…