Why It’s Important to Protect Your Hearing if You Have Diabetes
Different health conditions can increase your risk of developing hearing loss, including diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects your body’s ability to either produce or use insulin, which causes high blood sugar (glucose) levels. There are three main types of diabetes: Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes, which occurs…
Summer Checklist for Allergies
If you’re one of the one-quarter of adults with a seasonal allergy, you may be wondering what you can do this summer to prevent symptoms. We review a summer checklist for allergies below. Deep Clean Your Home While you may think of allergens like pollen as being an outdoor problem, there are plenty of allergens…
Does Your Child Have Allergies? Here’s What You Should Do Before Summer Break
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “In 2021, 27.2% of all children had one or more of the three selected diagnosed allergic conditions (seasonal allergies, eczema, and food allergies). Seasonal allergies (18.9%) were the most prevalent, followed by eczema (10.8%) and food allergies (5.8%).” If your child is in the population…
Can Allergies Cause Snoring?
Allergy symptoms like nasal congestion, a runny nose and sneezing can cause or worsen snoring and interfere with your quality of sleep. The Connection Between Allergies and Snoring A 2011 study examined the prevalence of allergic rhinitis (inflammation in the nose caused by an allergen) and the development of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS)….
What to Know About Nasal Sprays for Allergies
There are many ways to treat allergic rhinitis, also known as nasal allergies or hay fever. One way is with a nasal spray. But there are many types of nasal sprays available over the counter and as prescriptions, and knowing which one to use can be overwhelming. Below we review some of the different types…
Is There a Link Between Untreated Hearing Loss and Mental Health in Older Adults?
Hearing loss doesn’t just make it harder to understand sounds. It can negatively affect mental health as well. Research has shown that older adults may be especially at risk. Aging and Hearing Loss While hearing loss can develop at any age, it’s much more common in older adults. According to the National Institute on Deafness…
Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Genetics?
We all know that numerous health conditions run in families. This can include hearing loss. While not all hearing loss is genetic, let’s examine the role genes play in our hearing health. Genetics and Newborn Hearing Loss The vast majority of newborns are screened for hearing loss shortly after birth. Genetic factors often are involved…
What Is Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Though there are several different types of hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is by far the most common. Let’s take a deeper look at what sensorineural hearing loss is, its potential causes and how to treat it. Sensorineural Hearing Loss Basics According to The National Library of Medicine, “Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is the…
The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for People With Allergies
Valentine’s Day is just a couple of weeks away! Picking out the perfect gift for your spouse or partner can always be a little stressful but can be even more complicated if they have allergies. Let’s take a look at what gifts you should avoid, as well as some alternative options for loved ones with…
Combined Hearing & Vision Loss Can Increase the Likelihood of Depression & Anxiety
When two or more health conditions occur together, they are said to be comorbidities. If you have dual sensory impairment, or combined hearing and vision loss, two potential comorbidities are depression and anxiety, according to recent research. We review more about the study below. About the Study The study, entitled “Combined Vision and Hearing Difficulties…