Loud noise seems to follow people just about everywhere, whether it’s at work, during hobbies, or while traveling. While it might not seem like a big deal in the moment, repeated noise exposure can slowly chip away at natural hearing. That’s where earplugs and earmuffs come in. These small but powerful tools give the hearing a break when the world gets too loud. Knowing when to use them and how they work helps reduce risk and keeps things sounding clear in the long run. How Earplugs Block...

Most people think of exercise as something that only benefits the heart, muscles, or mood, but there’s more to the story. Recent insights show that physical activity may also play a role in how well the ears function. From boosting blood flow to increasing the risk of ear damage in certain settings, movement and hearing are more connected than they appear. Whether hitting the gym, jogging in the city, or cycling through trails, the body isn’t the only thing being affected. The ears...

Fun for Everybody – Perfect Hearing not Required Spending time with friends and family during the holiday season is one of the best things about the holidays. For some, however, the holidays can come with anxiety and fear. Sometimes, people with hearing loss are often afraid to attend workplace parties or even family gatherings because they cannot hear properly.  They are afraid of not engaging in conversation and don’t want to annoy people by asking to repeat themselves. With this...

How Do I Know if I Have Hearing Loss? Do you find yourself straining to hear normal, everyday sounds that you used to be able to hear easily? Perhaps you haven’t been able to hear your grandkids call your name or you can’t hear the microwave beep when it’s done. You might be saying to yourself, “I need to test my hearing, but how do I do it?” If any of these scenarios sound familiar to you, then it’s time to take the next step in your hearing health. At Beltone, you have a couple options to...