How to Optimize Video Calls with Hearing Aids
Many workers are participating in remote or hybrid schedules, which means virtual meetings using video conferencing features are on the rise. If you wear hearing aids, the following tips can help make sure these calls go smoothly. Use Bluetooth® The majority of hearing aids can connect directly to your phone, computer or tablet via Bluetooth….
How Noise Affects Your Mood and Memory
Exposure to noise not only has the potential to damage hearing but can trigger stress and irritation as well. Understanding how noise influences your overall well-being can help create a healthier, more productive environment. The Connection Between Noise and Mood Unwanted noise can trigger stress and irritation, even when it isn’t overly loud. According to…
The Basics of Unilateral Hearing Loss
Most hearing loss occurs in both ears, which is referred to as binaural hearing loss. However, some people can experience unilateral hearing loss, which means that only one ear is affected. Causes of Hearing Loss in One Ear Much like binaural hearing loss, unilateral hearing loss can occur for many reasons. Some, but not all,…
Here’s How To Make Sure Your Hearing Aids Stay in Place
It’s understandable to feel annoyed if your hearing aids frequently fall out or become dislodged. This often happens because of poor fit, moisture and sweat or movement. Here are some tips and tricks to make sure your devices stay remain in your ears comfortably. Wear Them Correctly Check that each device is in the proper…
How to Improve Video Calls When You Wear Hearing Aids
Today’s digital era has changed how many people work, with many employees participating in virtual or hybrid schedules and taking video calls from their home offices. If you use hearing aids, here are some tips to optimize this process. Stream Calls to Your Hearing Aids Stream the audio from video meetings directly to your hearing…
Here’s How You Can Make the Most of Video Games with Hearing Loss
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing examinations.” If you’re among this population, you know that hearing loss can affect many aspects of…
How to Avoid Social Isolation When You Have Hearing Loss
It’s extremely common for people with untreated hearing loss to experience feelings of loneliness. Unfortunately, when you feel this way, it can, in turn, cause you to withdraw socially from people and activities you once loved. Social isolation is a well-known risk factor for depression and even dementia, which is why it’s important to do…
How Do Our Brains’ Expectations Influence What We Hear?
Over the past few decades, researchers in the neuroscience field have demonstrated that the cerebral cortex generates predictions, and in response, neurons in charge of sensory processing encode the difference between our predictions and reality. Below we review how our ears and brains work together to help us hear, as well as what one study…
How to Keep Your Hearing Aids Safe from Pets
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “In 2019, 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid.” If you’re one of these numbers or you’ve made the investment more recently, you need to know how to store your hearing aids safely so your pets can’t get ahold of them. We…
How Can Exercise Impact My Tinnitus?
Tinnitus, the perception of ringing and buzzing in the ears when no sound is present, has affected around 10% of Americans and can be challenging to manage. While no cure for tinnitus exists, lifestyle factors, including exercise, can play a role in how people experience symptoms. Let’s look at how different types of exercise might…