How Heat Affects Older vs. Newer Hearing Aids
Unlike traditional battery-operated devices, the new rechargeable hearing aids are designed to withstand moisture and heat, giving you the freedom to lead an active lifestyle without boundaries.
Hearing Screening for Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review
Nowadays, the population trend has shifted toward an aging society. Dementia, a neurocognitive disorder with acquired loss of cognitive abilities in at least one domain and impaired functional abilities with varying manifestations and etiologies…
Managing Restaurant Noise
Mealtimes are important across cultures. Food is often more than just a means of nourishment as it provides opportunities such as quality time with family, business meetings impacting future prospects, and meaningful connections with friends.
The Connection Between Your Vision and Hearing
Did you know that where you are looking may influence how well you hear? A recent study published in Scientific Reports looked at the effect of gaze direction on hearing, with some interesting results.
Hearing Loss and the Risk of Dementia
People who develop hearing problems during mid-life (aged 40–65) have an increased risk of developing dementia. It may also be one of the early symptoms of dementia. Many people start to lose their hearing as they get older, though they may not notice it at first.
Tackling the Health Risks of Social Isolation
The physical health consequences of poor or insufficient connection include a 29 percent increased risk of heart disease, a 32 percent increased risk of stroke, and a 50 percent increased risk of developing dementia for older adults.
Who Should Be Given an Audiology Evaluation?
An audiology (or hearing) evaluation can benefit patients of all ages, even those who do not exhibit signs of hearing loss. Hearing loss is a progressive condition that often develops slowly.