Falls can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life, particularly for older adults, and research has shown that people with hearing loss are three times more likely to experience a fall. It’s important to understand the connection between falls and hearing health, and to take the necessary steps to prevent injuries and […]

Spring can affect your hearing health in different ways, so it’s important to be proactive about protecting your ears and hearing aids from allergens. Common Spring Allergens Allergies are the result of your immune system releasing histamine into your bloodstream because it mistakes allergens as a threat. Allergens come from plants that have started to […]

Diabetes and hearing loss are two common health conditions in the United States. More than 37 million Americans have diabetes and roughly 30 million have hearing loss. So, what’s the connection? How Diabetes Affects Your Hearing Diabetes alters your body’s ability to produce and regulate insulin, resulting in high or low blood glucose. If you […]

In relationships, communication is crucial. But what happens when you and your significant other have different hearing needs? “Selective hearing,” a term often used to describe situations when someone appears to only hear what they want, can often be a result of undiagnosed hearing challenges. In this article, we’ll discuss how hearing differences can impact […]

Your ears are responsible for more than collecting sounds. They provide essential stimulation to the nerves in your brain to keep it active, which may slow or prevent cognitive decline, memory loss and dementia. From Ears to Brain The outer portion of your ear funnels sounds through your ear canal into your inner ear. As […]

Online hearing tests and in-office hearing evaluations play different roles in your ability to assess your hearing health. Learn about the benefits of each test so you can make informed decisions on your journey toward better hearing. What is an Online Hearing Test? It’s a screening that evaluates your hearing ability. While there are myths […]

Going on a day trip or extended vacation is a time to unwind and have fun. There are ways to prevent a poor hearing aid experience while you’re away from home. You’ll need plan ahead, here are 4 tips for traveling with hearing aids to help you out. Pack Essential Hearing Aid Supplies Finding hearing […]

Living with untreated hearing loss can affect your ability to share the love with your romantic partner. Whatever your love language is, communication is essential for a healthy relationship.   How Hearing Loss Affects Relationships Lack of communication: It can be difficult to discuss each other’s feelings, dreams and goals if one of you can’t […]

Tinnitus is characterized by a phantom noise in your ears that typically only you hear. It affects about 15% of the general population and is common in older people. Tinnitus can be a symptom of other hearing and health conditions that should be addressed by an audiologist.     Tinnitus Symptoms Tinnitus presents as: Ringing […]

Do you or a loved one suspect you have hearing loss? Are you unsure about scheduling a hearing evaluation? Some people simply don’t want to visit an audiologist for a hearing test, but there is an alternative. Audio Help Hearing Centers has an online hearing test that can tell if you have significant hearing loss. […]