What Causes Hearing Loss in Seniors?
As we age, our bodies go through numerous changes. For many, that can mean a change in hearing ability. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), “nearly 25% of those aged 65 to 74 and 50% of those who are 75 and older have disabling hearing loss.” Let’s examine the…
Daycare and Children With Severe Hearing Loss
Finding the right daycare for your child can be a tough task. If your child has severe pediatric hearing loss, you may be especially concerned with whether a specific facility can meet your child’s needs. The ADA Protects Children With Hearing Loss The good news is that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that…
Back-to-School Checklist for Children with Hearing Aids
It’s back-to-school season, so it is time to stock your child’s backpack with all the essentials. If your child has hearing loss, they’ll need a few extra items and a little more preparation. We review tips on how to prepare for your child’s upcoming school year below. Stock Their Backpack In addition to paper, pencils,…
Understanding Sounds: How Do Amplitudes & Frequencies Impact Hearing?
Sound is a type of energy that can be measured in two ways: amplitude and frequency. Amplitude is measured in decibels (dB), while frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz). Below we review everything you need to know about amplitude and frequency and how these measurements relate to your hearing. Amplitude Amplitude refers to the pressure…
The Link Between Mumps & Hearing Loss
A mumps infection typically only lasts a few weeks, but the effects can be life-long, particularly when it comes to your hearing. In this post, we review everything you need to know about the connection between mumps and hearing loss. About the Mumps The mumps virus belongs to the same family of viruses that cause…
What Tests Are Available for Hearing Loss?
A study published in the American Journal of Public Health in 2016 reports that approximately 23% of Americans ages 12 and older have some degree of hearing loss. If you’re among this population, you could be missing out on important information, like what your colleagues are saying at a business meeting or what your date…
Tips for Camping with Hearing Loss
Camping somewhere like Rancheros de Santa Fe isn’t just fun; research shows it actually benefits your physical and mental health. According to one study, spending time outdoors is linked to increased cognition and better mood. However, if you have hearing loss, you may need to take some extra steps in order to benefit from this…
How Certain Chemicals Cause Hearing Loss
Certain chemicals are ototoxic, which means they can cause damage to the ear. This damage can lead to tinnitus, hearing loss and balance problems. Many of these chemicals are found in everyday household items like rug cleaners, pesticides, paints, solvents and lubricants, just to name a few. How Are Chemicals Able to Damage the Ears?…
Dr. Colleen Feldewert Shares About Captioning Options for Movies, TV & Phone Calls
If you struggle to hear while streaming the latest blockbuster on your TV or talking on your phone, captioning can help. Captions are words on a screen that serve as a substitute and/or a supplement to the audio, which allow D/deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals to understand speech and non-speech better. Types of Captions 1) Closed…
5 Habits that Harm Your Hearing
Though some cases of hearing loss are inevitable, like those caused by old age, a lot of the time, the condition can be prevented. You may just need to change some of your habits in order to prevent yourself from getting hearing loss. We review five habits that harm your hearing below. 1. Smoking Smoking…