How Hearing Loss Relates to Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the brain and nervous system. This progressive disease is often characterized by a person’s ability to move. Like most medical conditions, the earlier this disease is identified, the better the outcome. A new study revealed two new early signs of the disease – epilepsy and hearing loss. Understanding Parkinson’s…
The Link Between Hearing Loss & Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder in which your breathing pauses while you sleep. This potentially serious condition can cause you to snore and feel tired, even after getting a full eight hours. Another lesser-known side effect of this condition is hearing loss. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the muscles…
Selective Hearing vs Hearing Loss: How to Tell the Difference
Selective hearing is often used as a joke for people conveniently not hearing something they didn’t want to, like when you ask your spouse to do the dishes or fold laundry. However, if you notice you or your partner are experiencing more and more instances of selective hearing, it may actually be the early stages…
Study Finds Unexpected Brain Shrinkage in Patients with Hearing Loss
A recent study from the Carle Illinois College of Medicine has shed new light on the connection between hearing loss and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). New Findings Can Help Explain Link Between Dementia and Hearing Loss Medical professionals have known about the link between hearing loss and an increase in cognitive decline for some time. The…
How Hearing Loss Can Isolate You & Make You Feel Lonely
The pandemic has shown many how important social interactions are to their mental health. As much of the world opens back up, those with hearing loss remain at an increased risk of social isolation and serious loneliness. Continue reading to learn more about what can be done to help overcome these feelings. Social Isolation Vs….
How Can Treating Hearing Loss Help Your Loved Ones?
Hearing loss can feel like a very personal, isolating experience. However, it’s often the case that the loved ones of people with hearing loss are highly affected as well. According to Catherine Palmer, Director of Audiology and Hearing Aids at the University of Pittsburgh, “Hearing loss is a family issue, not just an individual one……
Holiday Sounds to Hear This Year
The holidays are upon us. If you think you may have hearing loss or have been putting off getting treatment, now is the time to ask for help. Need more convincing? Below is a look at the sounds of the season you’ll miss out on if you choose to go another year without seeking help…
Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Cause Hearing Loss?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease and chronic inflammatory disorder that can cause tenderness, swelling, joint stiffness, fatigue, fever and loss of appetite. RA can affect your ability to enjoy your favorite activities, like attending concerts at The Wilma. It has also been linked with hearing loss. Below we review surprising statistics about RA…
How Hearing Aids Can Help You Better Understand Sound
If you are experiencing hearing loss, one of the first things you might notice is that you have a harder time following conversations. It’s not that you don’t hear people talking, but you struggle to make out the words they are saying. This may be especially true if you are out at a busy café…
Can Hearing Affect Taste?
There is a well-known expression “you eat with your eyes first.” While this may be true, research suggests that that more than a few senses play a role in how you perceive the taste of food. Sound may also be involved. Cross-Modal Interactions There are five traditional human senses: touch, taste, smell, sight and hearing….