Hear Well Live Well Blog

It’s no secret that being a part of America’s military comes with a few perks – education opportunities, veterans’ discounts, and retirement benefits, just to name a few. But, it also comes with side effects, as many of our service members are finding out. Those who...

So, you’re ready to say “I do” … congratulations! Marrying your best friend could be one of the most exciting events of your life, ranking right up there with graduation, having your first baby, or buying a new home. It also means you’re in for some planning and...

For many people, traveling is a great way to expand their horizons, learn about other cultures, and meet new people. If you have hearing loss or other hearing impairment, however, traveling can come with many challenges. With a little knowledge and some planning...

HWhat? Can you repeat that? Sadly, these are often the questions asked by someone with hearing loss who neglected to wear hearing protection when they should have. While utilizing hearing protection may not always be convenient, or the latest fashion statement, it IS...

From online banking and paying bills to shopping and social media, many of our everyday lives can be handled via the internet. Some people even use online websites to try to diagnose their own health problems. If information and services are so readily available...

Today’s parents have an advantage over those of generations past – with modern technology and medical practices, most parents now know a great deal about the health of their newborn child before they even leave the hospital. Oto-acoustic emissions testing, for...

Some of the best things in life go under-appreciated, until they’re gone. For example, can you remember a time when you didn’t realize how much you cared about someone until they were no longer around? The same is true of our bodily senses, especially sight or...

Hearing loss occurs in a variety of people, and for many different reasons. Problems in the middle ear, however, often cause hearing changes in children aged 3 to 5. Fortunately, there are specific tests designed to diagnose middle ear problems. This then gives...

Today’s society is built around independence, with a strong push towards Do-It-Yourself projects. When it comes to health issues, however, using DIY techniques such as ear candling, can often prove to be ineffective and sometimes even cause additional problems. What...

One of the unique aspects of human existence is the role reversal that comes with aging – your parents used to take care of you and provide for your every need, but as you both get older, you find yourself taking care of them. Maybe it hasn’t progressed that far yet,...

If you read last month’s blog, you learned about hearing testing – what a hearing test shows, who needs one, and why it’s important. Now that you or a loved one has had a hearing test, can you just sit back and relax? Not so much. What you do next depends a little on...

When hunting season rolls around each year, hunting enthusiasts across the country make last minute preparations to ensure they have everything they need; hunting licenses, the proper firearm, a place to hunt, special clothing for enduring the elements and hiding from...

What? Can you repeat that? Turn up the volume! If these are common sayings around your household, it’s likely someone has a hearing problem. People often choose to get a hearing test (or their spouse makes them get one!) when symptoms like these start to show up....

To say that the cell phone industry has taken off in the last decade is an understatement. Combine rapidly developing cell phone technology with recent improvements in hearing devices, and you have some really amazing technology. Technology that can have a significant...

If you have a child with hearing loss, you’re well aware of the challenges they face, and you’ve likely found ways to adapt your home environment to meet their needs. But what happens when they reach school age and must enter a new environment? One where you won’t be...