Tom is excited, he’s getting a brand new knee! Look, as you age, the kinds of things you get excited about change. He will be able to move moving around more freely and will experience less pain with his new knee. So Tom goes in, the operation is a success, and Tom goes home! That’s […]
Your hearing won’t be just gone one day when you wake up. For most people, hearing loss comes in degrees, especially when it is linked to aging. You may not realize it’s occurring immediately but some indicators do appear earlier. These initially developing symptoms progress very subtly. Delaying the progression of hearing loss and its […]
Pizza is an interesting thing. You can switch up the toppings, sauces, even the cheeses concerned, but as long as it meets some basic criteria, it’s still a pizza. Hearing loss is similar. As long as you are having a hard time hearing sound, whether it’s related to a blockage, age, loud noise, or anything […]
Millions of years ago, the world was a lot different. The long-necked Diplacusis wandered this volcano-laden landscape. Diplacusis was so large, thanks to its long tail and neck, that no other predators were a threat. Actually, the long-necked dinosaur from the Jurassic Period is called Diplodocus. Diplacusis is a hearing condition that causes you to […]
Finally, it’s summertime!! This summer season has a lot of fun. But keep the health of your hearing in mind before you go out for a day on the beach, a rocking concert, or maybe a great backyard barbecue. Loud noises can harm your hearing, even if you don’t feel like they’re that loud. So […]
Don’t forget to wash your ears. It’s difficult not to say that in your “parenting” voice. Perhaps you even remember getting that advice as a kid. As you get caught up in past nostalgia, that sort of memory can take you back to simpler times. But that advice can be pretty helpful. Your hearing can […]
Are you familiar with what a cyborg is? You likely imagine a half human, half machine when you think about cyborgs, especially if you love science fiction movies (the human condition is often cleverly depicted with these characters). Hollywood cyborgs can seem extremely bizarre. But the reality is that, technically, anybody who wears a pair […]
Back in the old days they were called “books-on-tape”. Back then, of course, we didn’t even have CDs never mind streaming services. Nowadays, people refer to them as audiobooks (which, to be honest, is a far better name). An audiobook allows you to read a book by, well, listening to it. It’s sort of like […]
Have you ever been in the middle of the roadway and your car breaks down? It’s not an enjoyable experience. You have to pull your car safely to the side of the road. And then, for some reason, you probably pop your hood and take a look at your engine. What’s strange is that you […]
The majority of people don’t want to discuss the impact hearing loss has on relationships, even though it’s an issue many people cope with. Both partners can feel aggravated by the misunderstandings that are created by hearing loss. This is the ideal time for you to show your love and appreciation for your loved one […]
