If you cut yourself, that cut will heal. If you stub your toe, it may feel painful and swollen but the inflammation will abate, and you’ll feel better pretty soon. Even a broken bone will mend if properly set. But what if you lose your hearing? Is it possible for the inner ear to heal? […]
Hearing loss is usually considered an older person’s problem – as a matter of fact, it’s estimated that nearly 50% of people over 75 copes with some kind of hearing loss. But in spite of the fact that in younger individuals it’s completely preventable, research shows that they too are at risk of developing hearing […]
We all enjoy a good bargain. But when it comes to your health, be careful what you purchase and pay attention to the little details. The names “hearing aid” and “hearing amplifier” may seem similar but they are actually very different devices. And your overall hearing and health could suffer major repercussions if you make […]
You will still see your eye doctor annually even if you already wear eyeglasses. Because your eyes change over time. Similar to the rest of your body, your eyes aren’t fixed and neither are your ears. That’s why, just as it is with your eyes, it’s essential to keep having your ears checked even after […]
Over the last several decades the public perception of cannabinoids and marijuana has changed significantly. Cannabinoids, marijuana, and THC products are now allowed for medical usage in many states. Substantially fewer states have legalized pot for recreational reasons, but even that would have been unthinkable even just ten or fifteen years ago. Cannabinoids are any […]
The cause of Meniere’s isn’t really understood. But the impacts are hard to dismiss. Ringing in the ears, vertigo, dizziness, and hearing loss are all typical symptoms of this condition. Experts aren’t really sure why, but for some reason, fluid can build up in the ears and this seems to be the underlying cause of […]
Saving money just feels great, right? It can be invigorating when you’ve received a great deal on something, and the bigger discount, the more satisfied you are. It’s a little too easy, then, to make the price your primary consideration, to always choose the least expensive option, to let your coupons make your buying choices […]
It’s true, hearing loss can catch you by surprise. But sometimes, hearing problems bypass the sneaking completely, in favor of a sudden (and often alarming), cat-like pounce. Here’s a hypothetical: You get up one morning and jump in the shower and when you get out you notice your hearing seems off or different. Muffled, maybe. […]
You’re living with tinnitus and you’ve learned to adjust your life to it. You always leave the TV on to help you tune out the continuous ringing. The loud music at happy hour makes your tinnitus much worse so you refrain from going out with your friends. You’re always going in to try new techniques […]
You care deeply about your loved ones and want to do something to let them know? Listen to your loved ones, truly listen. But you need to be able to hear in order to really listen. Studies reveal millions of people would benefit from using hearing aids because one in three adults between the ages […]
