How Does Loud Noise Cause Ear Damage?
Many of us know the experience of being in a loud environment – whether it’s a concert venue, crowded bar or a construction site – and leaving with our ears ringing and hearing muffled. While this feeling is usually temporary, over time, repeated exposure can cause irreversible damage to our ears. How Sound Travels Through…
Dizziness Linked to COVID-19
Coronavirus arrived to the U.S. in January, so there’s a lot we don’t know about it. One thing research published in Annals of Neurology has found is that COVID-19 affects the nervous system and can cause a number of neurological symptoms, including dizziness. The authors report that, “Initially thought to be restricted to the respiratory…
Understanding Pediatric Sleep Disorders
If your child isn’t getting enough sleep at night, they can become fatigued and irritable during the day. They may have problems paying attention, learning new information and behaving appropriately. Sleep problems can also affect a child’s growth, blood sugar and immune system. What Is a Sleep Disorder? It is estimated that up to 50…
Can Hearing Aids Help Kids Learn?
Research shows that, left untreated, hearing loss can impact a child’s language development and school performance. Fortunately, studies have also shown that hearing aids and other treatment options can minimize this impact and help children learn better. What the Studies Show The University of Iowa conducted a study published in 2015 showing that children with…
How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Skin
You can blame allergies for a lot of things, like itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, wheezing and scratchy throat, to name a few. Skin problems are another complaint you may be able to add to the list. Below is an overview of how allergies affect skin, how allergy-related skin problems can be prevented and the…
How to Talk to a Loved One About Hearing Loss
If your loved one has hearing loss, it may be bothersome when they turn up the TV louder than is comfortable to you, avoid participating in social events and ask you to repeat yourself often. But the risks of hearing loss are far worse than mere inconvenience; untreated hearing loss is linked to accidents requiring…
How You Can Prevent Falls
Every 11 seconds, an older adult in the U.S. experiences a fall that leads to an emergency room visit. Falls can result in injuries like hip fractures and head trauma, which can have lasting, devastating consequences. In fact, falling is the leading cause of accidental death for the elderly. “There’s such a high risk of…
Strategies for Hearing Better in Everyday Situations
Georgia has been among the first states reopen businesses after lockdowns due to safety concerns raised by the Coronavirus. As you transition back into public spaces, here are some tips for better hearing and listening. At Work Hearing in work environments can be challenging. Background noise from nearby meetings, phone calls and water cooler conversations,…
How to Read an Audiogram
What is an audiogram? In short, it is a useful tool that audiologists use to help people understand their hearing loss by providing a graph or chart that displays the results of their hearing test. Audiograms show your hearing threshold, which is the quietest sound you can hear at least half the time, across various…
Is Your Hearing Loss Temporary or Permanent?
While many causes of hearing loss are temporary, if you do not seek treatment promptly, complications can arise that lead to a permanent loss of hearing. Below are some causes of temporary hearing loss and the risks of letting it go untreated. Ear Infection Allergies or a bad cold can develop into an ear infection….
