Brain Fitness & Hearing Loss

Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month? It’s a great time to raise awareness about the link between hearing loss and cognitive health. People with hearing loss are at a higher risk of developing cognitive decline1 and dementia.2 However, results from a study looking at the effects of Brain Fitness software…

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Better Hearing & Speech Month 2022: Connecting People

It’s May, which means it’s Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM). BHSM is a time when the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) joins forces with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association to raise awareness about hearing and speech disorders. This year’s theme is “Connecting People.” Having strong relationships is important for everyone, but…

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Break Free From the Stress of Tinnitus

April is Stress Awareness Month, a time when we reflect on the causes of stress, including health issues like tinnitus. Tinnitus, otherwise known as “ringing in the ears,” can create incredible stress for some people. The constant noise is annoying, disruptive, distracting and painful. In one study of 100 tinnitus patients, only 25 had no…

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World Hearing Day Does Your Ears a World of Good

Hearing loss is a global phenomenon—nearly 477 million people worldwide have it.1 To raise awareness about hearing loss and how to prevent it, the World Health Organization (WHO) created World Hearing Day, held on March 3. This year’s World Hearing Day slogan, “To hear for life, listen with care!” focuses on the importance of safe…

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Poor Heart Health Can Contribute to Hearing Loss

It’s February, so get ready to focus on chocolate, roses, heart-shaped cards—and heart health? Widely known as the month where Valentine’s Day falls, February is also American Heart Month, which makes it a great time to explore the importance of good heart health and its role in preventing hearing loss. Hearing involves several parts of…

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October Is Audiology Awareness Month

Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Hearing specialists can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment solution for you or…

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