Hearing Tips

man with symptoms of hearing loss due to stress.

How Stress Can Increase Your Risk of Hearing Loss and Tinnitus

Most people associate stress with headaches, poor sleep, or fatigue—but did you know it can also affect your hearing? Prolonged stress doesn’t just take a toll on your mind and body; it can also increase your risk of hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Understanding how stress impacts hearing health is essential for

Man wearing hearing aids.

When Do You Need Professional Hearing Aid Cleaning and Maintenance?

Hearing aids are essential for maintaining clear, crisp sound and enhancing daily communication. However, like any electronic device, they require regular maintenance and professional cleaning to function at their best.  Over time, earwax, moisture, and debris can accumulate, leading to performance issues. Knowing when to seek professional servicing can help extend the life of your

Hands of female doctor with hearing aids.

Hearing Aid Technology: What’s New in 2025?

Hearing aids have come a long way from bulky, one-size-fits-all devices. Today, they’re smarter, sleeker, and more connected than ever. Even for people who never thought they’d rely on a traditional device, the newer models and features can be appealing and exciting. If you or a loved one uses hearing aids or is curious about

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Get More Life Out of Your Hearing Aid Batteries With These 6 Tips

Batteries are the one component of hearing aids that can become really costly. The expense of replacing hearing aid batteries is one of the biggest economic challenges that a consumer faces when purchasing hearing aids. Even worse, hearing aid batteries always seem to quit when you need them most. This is a real issue, even

mother holding baby with an ear infection

When My Ear Infection Clears, Will My Hearing Come Back?

The medical name for what most people call an ear infection is otitis media. Ear infections are most prominent after a sinus infection or a cold, and though they’re fairly common in babies and young kids, adults can be impacted as well. An ear infection can even be caused by an infected tooth. A prominent

Hard of hearing woman trying to talk with daughter in the park.

Disregarding Hearing Loss Has Negative Consequences

Unfortunately, as we get older, we often experience hearing loss. Even though about 20 percent of the world’s population experiences hearing loss, it’s often disregarded as a normal part of ageing. However, if you disregard hearing loss, it can have a negative impact on your overall health and well-being that goes beyond difficulty hearing. So

antique ear trumpet

When Should I Upgrade to Newer Hearing Aids?

Obviously, it’s time for a hearing aid upgrade if you’re still using one of those antiquated ear trumpets. But how will you know it’s time to upgrade when you’re using older conventional hearing aids? The hearing aids you got a decade ago seem to still be getting the job done, after all. It’s likely that,