Hearing Health Educational Seminar
While many of the COVID-19 restrictions have been an inconvenience, we have seen those with hearing impairment face additional challenges. Mask-wearing and social distancing make it difficult for people to communicate and impossible to read lips. Connecting with friends and family, therefore, is more important than it’s ever been, and we see today’s hearing aid…
Does Tinnitus Impact Your Life?
Hearing a buzzing, ringing, chirping or humming sound in your ears may not seem like a big deal, but this symptom of an underlying disorder can have a huge impact on your life. Tinnitus can disrupt your sleep, make it difficult to concentrate and cause your emotional reactions to be skewed. Disrupting Your Sleep According…
3 Causes of an Itchy Ear
While rarely the sign of anything serious, an itchy ear can be seriously uncomfortable. If your ears have been causing you discomfort, it may be due to one of the common reasons listed below. Swimmer’s Ear Swimmer’s ear is a type of infection of the outer ear caused by water becoming trapped in the ear…
What to Do When Your Hearing Aids Aren’t Working
Your hearing aids are your lifeline to the hearing world. While they are built to provide uninterrupted amplification, like all technology, they can sometimes malfunction. This means you may find yourself in a loud situation, like at Farmers Market L.A. where you cannot separate speech from background noise. Below is a look at the most…
You May Need Hearing Aids
Hearing loss is a progressive condition, meaning many of the 48 million Americans with a hearing impairment didn’t even realize they had one until it advanced beyond a stage that could be easily treated. Recognizing the early signs of hearing loss is key to getting the help you need when you need it. Below are…
How to Protect Your Ears from Unsafe Noises
While COVID-19 may have caused the Los Angeles Coliseum to close its doors, that doesn’t mean your ears are safe from loud noises. Hearing loss has been linked to depression, anxiety, social withdrawal and even cognitive decline, which is why it’s essential to protect your ears now. We provide an overview of how to prevent…
How Helpful Are Hearing Aid Apps?
In today’s world, doorbells, refrigerators, TVs and security systems can all be controlled with smartphone apps, so it should be no surprise that your hearing aids can be, too. Below we’ve laid out what types of hearing aid apps are available and what features we find most helpful for our patients. Available Hearing Apps There…
Three Hearing Resolutions to Stick To
Most people’s New Year’s resolutions are related to living a healthier, happier life, like exercising more, losing weight, getting organized, learning a new skill, kicking a bad habit, reading more, etc. But one resolution that can make a big impact on your quality of life is practicing healthy hearing habits, and it may be easier…
When Does Your Child Need Ear Tubes?
Ear infections are extremely common in kids. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately five out of six children experience at least one ear infection by their third birthday. In fact, ear infections are the most common reason for parents to bring their child to the doctor. The reason…
What Causes Pediatric Hearing Loss?
According to the World Health Organization, 60% of hearing loss cases in children under 15 years old are attributable to preventable causes. While this is not always the case, as about 3 in every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss, it is important to know what you can do to protect your child. Below…