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How Do I Know If I Have Tinnitus?

Written on May 2, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

How Do I Know If I Have Tinnitus? Symptoms of Tinnitus You’ve just settled into bed after a long day at work and you find yourself trying to tune out the buzzing noise you hear in your ears. Does this sound familiar? If so, you may have subjective tinnitus. This kind of tinnitus, which accounts for 95% of tinnitus cases, is the sensation of hearing sound when no external sound is present. People with tinnitus often describe hearing the following sounds:

Chicago Bears Owner Discusses His Hearing Problem

Written on April 19, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

Chicago Bears Owner Discusses His Hearing Problem Missing the Big Game Brian McCaskey couldn’t watch a single play when the Bears lost to the Giants in an NFC divisional playoff game in 1991. Not because the loss kept him from caring, but because he suffered from debilitating vertigo in his hotel that same morning. Doctors eventually diagnosed McCaskey, the second youngest son of Ed and Virginia McCaskey with Meniere’s disease. Meniere’s disease is an inner ear disorder that is accompanied...

tips for talking to those with hearing loss

10 Tips For Talking To People With Hearing Loss

Written on April 12, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

How to Talk to People with Hearing Loss: Talking Through Hearing Loss Hearing loss is not only a challenge for those who suffer from it, but it can also be frustrating for those trying to communicate with them. Even for those using hearing aids, it is not always easy to communicate successfully in all situations. We recommend following these simple tips to improve communication with your hearing impaired friends, family and co-workers: 1. Get Their Attention Getting the listener’s attention...

5 Reasons Why to NOT Put Off Hearing Health

Written on March 29, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

When it comes to your health, it’s best to never procrastinate when you think there are issues. A growth on your skin shouldn’t be ignored, a pain in your joints or backs can’t be ignored, and even your own hearing, shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here are 5 reasons why you should definitely not be putting off checking on your hearing health.

Relationship Between Winter & Hearing Loss

Written on February 14, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

When it comes to hearing loss, it can come from a variety of sources. Some hearing losses stem from some genetic disorder, others come from improper hearing or ear care such as enduring loud noises or improperly cleanig. Hearing loss can even come from something as simple as the aging process. One particular source however, many do not think about; cold weather. According to new research, hearing loss can stem from extensive exposure to cold weather. When the temperature drops, the risk...

Travel Tips for Individuals with Hearing Loss

Written on February 1, 2018. Posted in Hearing, Hearing Loss.

Spring is here and summer is fast approaching! Many of us use the summer months to take vacation time and take advantage of the weather to do some traveling. Traveling is typically a fun experience, however traveling with hearing loss and hearing aids can present challenges. For example, if you’re hard of hearing, you may miss boarding calls for flights or trains. Or if you don’t speak the language at your destination, locals’ accents can make it even more difficult to communicate. With this...