With the climate changing, weather we used to rely on is no longer predictable. With the recent devastation caused by the wildfires in California, and the rise in hurricanes, tornados, and earthquakes, it can only help and maybe save your life to be prepared. At HearCare RI, we encourage everyone to have an action plan in place for the various emergencies one can face. For people with hearing loss, emergencies can bring extra challenges and …
Hearing Loss in the Workplace
While approximately 48 million Americans report some degree of hearing loss 60 percent are either in the workplace or an educational setting. While work and school can be challenging, the workday will present an extra set of hurtles for hearing impaired employees. The hurdles of the hearing impaired in the workplace Conversations with colleagues, and the concentration needed for communication during the day demand extra energy, potentially affecting both your mood and work efficiency. This …
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
Each May, the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association (ASHA) hosts Better Hearing and Speech Month, in an attempt to raise awareness and educate the public on issues related to hearing, speech and language. This year, the theme ASHA has chosen for Better Hearing and Speech Month is “Communication Across the Lifespan”. Communication is the key to healthy relationships, success at work and physical and mental health, It is important for people to know that the …
Why Do People Shy Away from Treating Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss might not seem like a big deal at first. Often, people believe that they can get by with out treating their hearing loss or have trouble admitting that they have a problem in the first place. Though hearing loss used to be considered a harmless part of getting older, doctors now know that when left untreated it can be the first domino in a sequence of deteriorating health. Hearing loss is tied to …
Hearing Loss & Fatigue
It’s a wonder how our bodies naturally function as if we are operating on autopilot at times. It’s a complete gift when we can breathe and blink almost unconsciously and our arms and legs move in the manner we wish. Hearing of course play a major contribution to our bodies normal functioning which alerts of noises we need to be aware of for our protection, and of course allows us to communicate with other humans. …
Why You Should Treat Bilateral Hearing Loss with Two Hearing Aids
[HearCare RI] Blog #1: Why You Should Treat Bilateral Hearing Loss with Two Hearing Aids Hearing loss occurs with complications in our auditory system, which complicates the way we receive and process sound. Hearing loss can manifest in one ear or it can be recognized as being a loss of hearing in both ears. The latter is the more common type of hearing loss and is referred to as bilateral hearing loss, or BHL. Bilateral …
Untreated hearing loss in the USA costs $133 billion each year
If you’re living with untreated hearing loss, it could be costing you a lot more than you think. A recent study estimates that untreated hearing loss in the USA costs $133 billion each and every year! Of the millions of Americans living with untreated hearing loss, only one in three will treat their hearing loss with hearing aids, investing in hearing clearly, improving their quality of life, and saving their bank account. Why Is Hearing …
New Standards to Protect Young Peoples’ Hearing
More than ever before, young people are at risk of acquiring hearing loss. Our city streets are getting louder every day, with squealing bus brakes and the construction site around the corner. School hallways are notoriously loud, and exercise classes often far exceed safe listening volumes. However, one of the biggest risks to young peoples’ hearing is unsafe listening practices when listening to music, playing games, or watching movies on personal listening devices. Hearing Loss …
Hearing Loss is an Important Part of Caring for Your Health as You Age
Things change as you get older. Some of us battle aging, but many of us cope with it and try to stay as healthy as we can. We go to the doctor regularly, get all the recommended screenings, and add a trip to the dentist and eye doctor as needed. You should be adding an annual hearing evaluation at HearCare RI to stay healthy and young. Maintaining your hearing health is important to your general …
Start the Year Off Right with an Annual Hearing Test
Its resolution time! Maybe you are going to try and hit the gym more, take a hydro-exercise class at the pool, eat healthy, absorb a little more cultural activities or devote yourself to a little more “me” time. Whatever the resolution, resolve to take a step towards better hearing with an annual hearing test at HearCare Rhode Island. These are just some of the reasons why it’s a great idea! Hearing loss creeps up on …